Date of Award
2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A. in Journalism
Department
Journalism
First Advisor
Joseph B. Atkins
Second Advisor
Vanessa Gregory
Third Advisor
Debora H. Wenger
Relational Format
dissertation/thesis
Abstract
This work outlines my personal experience with a diagnosis of stage three endometriosis and partial oophorectomy surgery along with the subsequent medical opinions I received by my primary OB/GYN and other doctors. This thesis seeks to discuss the issues surrounding patient empowerment, and specifically, laws that support patients in their exploration of the truths behind their conditions and the importance of self-education in order to be better equipped in conversations with their physicians. The work includes testimonials from women about their levels of knowledge into their own medical needs upon the time of their prescription to pharmaceutical medications, and how patients can improve their healthcare through utilizing pharmacist opinion. Readers should take away tools and best practices for securing a better patient outcome through their empowerment and education of this topic
Recommended Citation
Schlick, Jacqueline, "Patient Empowerment in Modern Medicine: A Personal Account of Endometriosis and Being an Equal Partner in My Healthcare" (2019). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1681.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/etd/1681