Episode 14: The Real Cause of Medical Gaslighting—It's Not What You Think, with guest Dr. Efrat Lemandre

In this episode of the Dr. Eleanor Stein Podcast, we explore the science and lived experience of medical gaslighting with Dr. Efrat Lemandre, also known as Dr. E. What happens when knowledge and protocols cannot explain why patients still feel unwell? Dr. E explains why medical gaslighting happens and how to lessen it.  

This conversation blends evidence-based insights with real-world experiences and raises essential questions about the future of care. Instead of rejecting medicine, Dr. E invites us to see it as one tool among many—and to ask ourselves what it means to listen to the body truly. In this conversation, you will discover the following:
- What was the turning point that changed Dr. E’s entire approach to healthcare?
- Why do protocols work for certain diseases yet fall short for those with complex chronic conditions?
- Could your symptoms of “I don’t feel good-itis” be part of a larger pre-disease state?
- What does a leaking toilet have to do with understanding medical limitations?
- How can patients validate their own symptoms without waiting for external approval?
- What simple phrase can clinicians use that shifts everything for patients who feel dismissed?  

Dr. Efrat Lemandre, NP, PhD, is a best-selling author, speaker, and founder of multiple healthcare initiatives, including EG Healthcare and The Knew Method. Known online as the Medical Disruptor with over 5 million followers, she is a leading voice against medical gaslighting and a passionate advocate for functional medicine, patient empowerment, and healthcare innovation. Website www.drefratlamandre.com