7 Signs Your Doctor Isn’t Listening to You & How to Find One Who Will

Navigating the healthcare system can be frustrating, especially when your doctor isn’t hearing you. For Black patients, this frustration is often compounded by racial bias, medical gaslighting, and systemic disparities that make it harder to get proper treatment. Studies show that Black patients are more likely to have their pain dismissed, their symptoms ignored, and their health concerns downplayed. This can lead to missed diagnoses, inadequate treatment, and worse health outcomes. But you don’t have to accept subpar care—you have the right to be heard, respected, and treated with dignity. If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling unheard or dismissed, this article will help you recognize the warning signs, advocate for yourself, and find a healthcare provider who truly listens. RELATED: Is Your Doctor Biased? Subtle Ways You Can Tell Signs You’re Being Ignored or Gaslit by Medical Professionals Medical gaslighting happens when doctors dismiss or minimize your symptoms, making you feel like you’re overreacting or imagining things. Here are seven signs your doctor isn’t listening: 1. They Interrupt You or Rush Through Your Appointment Do you barely get a chance to explain your symptoms before they cut you off? Does your doctor seem more focused on typing notes...