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Elizabeth Comen
Board-certified oncologist and author of It's All in Her Head, researching and speaking about the history of medicine and systemic marginalization of women's health.
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Jan 13, 2026
• 1h 12min
From Hysteria to Medical Gaslighting and the Path Forward with Dr. Elizabeth Comen
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Dr. Elizabeth Comen, a board-certified oncologist and author of "It's All in Her Head," tackles the deep-seated issue of medical gaslighting in women's healthcare. She shares a poignant story of a dying patient apologizing for sweating, highlighting the shame many women feel in medical settings. Comen explores historical biases against women, from cardiac misconceptions to the dismissal of autoimmune diseases. She emphasizes the need for better understanding and addressing women's health issues, urging for systemic change. Her insights pave a hopeful path forward.
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