Patient:"I know I don't look like it, but I swear I three miles every morning!"
The truth about whether doctors are fat-shaming patients
Choose an M.D. who's compassionate, so you can be honest with her. Look at reviews (not just profiles), checking for quality (specific details from patients) and quantity (at least 15).
Some people think that their doctors might be judging them for their weight, size, or overall wellbeing—but are they projecting? Here's what you need to know:
1. A recent study shows overweight patients would avoid docs who emphasize their own health in online profiles (e.g., "I hike and bike to stay in shape"), even if the doctor admits struggling to maintain it (e.g., "I like to exercise, but it's hard to find the time"). They were most likely to see M.D.s who believe health is an individual journey (e.g., "I help patients meet their personal goals").
2. Patient fear is legit: Studies show weight bias in the medical field can lower the quality of care for overweight people. To combat that, Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City created courses to help change that mindset—and a new study shows that students who took those courses reduced their prejudices.
ADVERTISEMENT
The takeaway: Choose an M.D. who's compassionate, so you can be honest with her. Look at reviews (not just profiles), checking for quality (specific details from patients) and quantity (at least 15).
JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!
ADVERTISEMENT
Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:
Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng
Recommended articles
7 ways to prevent suicide
The real reason woman hasn't cut her fingernails in 27 years - it's the world longest [Copy]
Exclusive: Showmax unveils an All-new Nigerian Original Fashion Competition to premiere this October
Mark Your Calendar: Akada Children's Book Festival returns for its 6th edition Oct 26
Why seatbelt usage could save more lives than you think
Constipation and other unexpected causes of colon cancer
What language do deaf people think in?
The real reason woman hasn't cut her fingernails in 27 years - it's the world longest
Is she single or just mad at her boyfriend? Here are 5 ways to know
Inside the launch of bold, playful new collection by Desperados x Cruise Gang
Why women can be pregnant without any symptoms until the baby is born
Here’s why dogs can’t eat chocolate
Pulse Sports
‘You can’t cage such players’ - Ex-Super Eagles star claims Eguavoen is a better coach than Peseiro
'I carry a lot of pressure with me' - Antonio Conte explains life without Victor Osimhen
He was the best - Fabio Capello wastes no time in picking Ballon d'Or winner
Super Eagles star Wilfred Ndidi beats Jay Jay Okocha’s Premier League record
Victor Osimhen: Chelsea to save ₦135 Billion by signing exciting alternative to Super Eagles striker
Saint Lucia: Julien Alfred joins Sha'Carri Richardson in a prestigious league of national honours
Osimhen is our brother — Eguavoen gives reason for benching Galatasaray man in Rwanda clash
Japan vs Nigeria: Time and where to watch Falconets vs Nadeshiko round of 16 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup game
ADVERTISEMENT