In this episode of Let’s Talk About The POTS Life, host Dr. Kelsey Botti and Britney sit down with Dr. Erin Nance, an orthopedic hand surgeon based in New York City, better known to her close to 1M followers as @littlemissdiagnosed.
Dr. Nance shares how her personal journey with chronic illness inspired her to raise awareness about commonly misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions—including POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome). Together, they unpack what it’s like to navigate the medical system as both a physician and a patient, the emotional stages of misdiagnosis, and how empowering patients with credible information can change the future of chronic illness care.
They also explore FeelBetr, Dr. Nance’s new digital platform connecting patients with reliable, physician-approved health information and community support.
Tune in for an honest, uplifting, and informative conversation about the intersection of patient advocacy, medical education, and the power of social media in reshaping chronic illness awareness.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:24 Meet Dr. Erin Nance
01:02 The Power of Social Media in Diagnosis
02:28 The Importance of Patient Experience
03:53 Challenges in Diagnosing POTS
06:32 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause
08:34 The Role of Health Literacy
14:05 The Emotional Journey of Misdiagnosis
18:20 The Need for Credible Health Information
20:49 Introducing the Feel Better App
24:03 The Power of Short-Form Content
24:33 Creating a Space for Conversation
25:38 The Role of Social Media in Medical Information
26:20 Going Viral with Engaging Content
28:41 Combating Medical Misinformation
31:13 The Importance of Patient Stories
34:39 Challenges in Diagnosing Complex Conditions
41:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Connect with Dr. Erin Nance
Instagram & TikTok: @littlemissdiagnosed
Website: https://www.nancemd.com
App: FeelBetr -- https://www.feelbetr.health/
Connect with The POTS Life
Website: www.thepotslife.com
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