Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist who practices at the Beverly Hills Hernia Center. This is the only Q&A of its kind, aimed at educating and empowering patients about all things related to hernias and hernia-related complications. For a personal consultation with Dr. Towfigh: +1-310-358-5020, [email protected]. This week, the topic of discussion was: Patient Advocacy Gaslighting by Physicians Health Insurance Psychology Medical Mystery Choosing Physicians Navigating the Healthcare System The Front Office Staff Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Second Opinions Never Giving Up Hope Positive Attitude Coping Skills Guest Panelist: Mackenzie Kimes, MSN-Ed, BSN, RN, CPN, Nurse and Patient in Arizona. Topic: How To Be The Best Patient & Self Advocate If you find this content informative, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to the HerniaTalk Live channel and visit us on www.HerniaTalk.com.