Vickie engages in a heartfelt conversation with Alpesh Patel, a veteran physical therapist and founder of Theravio. Dive deep into the importance of effective communication in healthcare, hear touching patient stories, and learn how to become an empowered advocate for your own health.🔔 Don't forget to subscribe, like, comment, and share to help us reach more listeners!Episode Highlights:- Effective Communication: Understand why clear communication between patients and healthcare providers is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.- Seeking Expertise: The significance of consulting the right specialist for particular health issues, beyond general practitioners.- Patient Rights & Engagement: Learn about your rights as a patient and the importance of asking questions and seeking alternative opinions if necessary.- Doctor-Patient Relationship: Discover how building trust and maintaining open communication can significantly improve treatment outcomes.- Theravio's Mission: Alpesh's mission to educate and support 100 million people through physical therapy and his innovative hand therapy kit.Free Resources: Download Alpesh's book, "How to Cure Your Hand or Wrist Pain in 30 Days," for free at https://theravio.com00:05:23 - Importance of Effective Communication00:15:42 - Seeking the Right Expertise00:25:30 - Knowing Your Patient Rights00:34:15- Doctor-Patient Relationships00:45:08- Introduction to Theravio and its Mission