Ask The Patient Advocate
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<p>Are you tired of feeling lost and overwhelmed in the healthcare system? Do you want to regain control of your health journey and make informed decisions with confidence? If so, then this podcast is for you. </p><br><p>I am a Doctor of Medical Science, author, a mother and a Board Certified Patient Advocate who has worked in healthcare for over 25 years. I have been the provider, the patient, the daughter, the sister, and the parent facing the overwhelming healthcare system; and left feeling alone and confused. Navigating your health and managing your healthcare is challenging, but it's a lot better when we go through it together. </p><br><p>Are you ready to take charge of your healthcare journey? It's time to Ask the Patient Advocate!</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 17, 2026
Can You Reduce Chronic Pain Without Surgery or Medication? With Eileen Kopsaftis
<p><strong>What if chronic pain isn't something you simply have to live with?</strong></p><p><strong>Could aging without decline actually be possible?</strong></p><p><strong>And what if small, intentional changes could help you regain strength, function, and hope?</strong></p><br><p>In this episode of <strong>Ask the Patient Advocate Podcast</strong>, Dr. Elena Borrelli sits down with <strong>Eileen Kapsaftis</strong>, a chronic pain consultant with more than 30 years of experience helping people reduce—and often eliminate—chronic pain while restoring function and improving long-term health. Her whole-person approach challenges many of the common beliefs surrounding aging, pain, and recovery.</p><br><p>Together, they explore why so many people remain stuck despite seeking treatment, how conventional healthcare often overlooks the bigger picture, and why movement, nutrition, and personalized care play a critical role in healing. Eileen also shares the surprising myth behind "age-related decline," explains her unique four-pronged approach to chronic pain, and offers simple, practical strategies that listeners can begin using today.</p><br><p>Whether you're living with <strong>chronic pain</strong>, <strong>pelvic pain</strong>, <strong>endometriosis</strong>, mobility challenges, or simply want to stay healthier as you age, this conversation offers actionable insights, encouragement, and a refreshing perspective on what's possible.</p><br><p>Healing isn't always about finding another procedure or prescription. Sometimes, it's about understanding your body differently, taking the first small step forward, and realizing that a healthier, stronger future may be more achievable than you ever imagined.</p><br><p>If you have questions or topics you'd like us to explore, don't hesitate to reach out to us at advocate@pathwaypa.com. Remember, with the right advocate by your side, managing your health becomes a journey of empowerment and clarity.</p><br><p>For personalized assistance and support, reach out to us and discover how we can help you navigate your path to better health. Call us at (947) 517-8395</p><br><p>Connect with Eileen Kopsaftis</p><p><a href="https://havelifelongwellbeing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://havelifelongwellbeing.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/EileenKopsaftisOfficial" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/EileenKopsaftisOfficial</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@EileenKopsaftis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@EileenKopsaftis</a></p><br><p>Connect with Dr. Elena Borrelli:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pathwaypadvocates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@pathwaypadvocates</a></p><p>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/PathwayPatientAdvocates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@pathwaypatientadvocates9311" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@pathwaypatientadvocates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/pathway-patient-advocates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p><a href="http://pathwaypa.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pathwaypa.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
July 10, 2026
ME/CFS, Long COVID & the Fight to Be Heard with Emily Taylor
<p><strong>Have you ever felt like your symptoms were dismissed because your tests looked "normal"?</strong></p><p><strong>Have you or someone you love been searching for answers about ME/CFS, Long COVID, or another infection-associated chronic condition?</strong></p><p><strong>What happens when patients refuse to stay silent—and their voices begin changing healthcare?</strong></p><br><p>In this powerful episode of Ask the Patient Advocate Podcast, Dr. Elena Borrelli sits down with <strong>Emily Taylor</strong>, President and CEO of <strong>Solve M.E.</strong>, for an eye-opening conversation about ME/CFS, Long COVID, and the challenges faced by millions living with invisible illnesses.</p><br><p>Emily shares her deeply personal journey from caregiver to nationally recognized advocate, explaining how her mother's battle with ME/CFS inspired a career dedicated to transforming healthcare through research, policy, and patient advocacy. Together, they discuss why these conditions have historically been misunderstood, why so many patients feel dismissed, and how gaps in medical education continue to impact diagnosis and care.</p><br><p>You'll also hear how patient stories have helped secure more than <strong>$1.5 billion in Long COVID research funding</strong>, why community and advocacy are so powerful, and what newly diagnosed patients can do to find hope, support, and compassionate medical partners.</p><br><p>Whether you're living with a chronic condition, caring for someone who is, or simply want to better understand these complex illnesses, this conversation offers insight, validation, and encouragement.</p><br><p><strong>Because every patient deserves to be heard—and every story has the power to create change.</strong></p><br><p>If you have questions or topics you'd like us to explore, don't hesitate to reach out to us at advocate@pathwaypa.com. Remember, with the right advocate by your side, managing your health becomes a journey of empowerment and clarity.</p><br><p>For personalized assistance and support, reach out to us and discover how we can help you navigate your path to better health. Call us at (947) 517-8395</p><br><p>Connect with Emily Taylor</p><p><a href="https://solvecfs.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://solvecfs.org/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/solve_cfs/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/solve_cfs/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SolveMECFSInitiative/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/SolveMECFSInitiative/</a></p><p><a href="https://x.com/PlzSolveCFS" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://x.com/PlzSolveCFS</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilytaylorca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilytaylorca/</a></p><br><p>Connect with Dr. Elena Borrelli:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pathwaypadvocates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@pathwaypadvocates</a></p><p>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/PathwayPatientAdvocates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@pathwaypatientadvocates9311" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@pathwaypatientadvocates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/pathway-patient-advocates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p><a href="http://pathwaypa.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pathwaypa.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
July 3, 2026
Can You Really Heal from Trauma? Finding Hope Through Forgiveness and Healing with Teri Wellbrock
<p><strong>Have you ever wondered if emotional wounds can affect your physical health? Have you been carrying pain from the past and questioned whether true healing is really possible? What if forgiveness wasn't about excusing what happened—but about setting yourself free?</strong></p><br><p>In this deeply moving episode of Ask the Patient Advocate Podcast, Dr. Elena Borrelli sits down with Teri Wellbrock—author, motivational speaker, forgiveness mentor, audiobook producer, and host of the internationally ranked The Healing Place Podcast—to explore the powerful connection between trauma, healing, forgiveness, and hope.</p><br><p>In this episode, you'll learn:</p><ul><li>How unresolved trauma can impact both physical and mental health</li><li>What EMDR therapy is and why it can be life-changing for trauma survivors</li><li>The connection between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and chronic disease</li><li>A healthy, empowering perspective on forgiveness</li><li>Simple mindfulness and self-care practices to begin your healing journey</li><li>Why building your own "healing toolbox" can make all the difference</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This heartfelt conversation reminds us that while healing isn't always easy, we don't have to walk the journey alone—and with the right support, hope is always within reach.</p><br><p>If you have questions or topics you'd like us to explore, don't hesitate to reach out to us at advocate@pathwaypa.com. Remember, with the right advocate by your side, managing your health becomes a journey of empowerment and clarity.</p><br><p>For personalized assistance and support, reach out to us and discover how we can help you navigate your path to better health. Call us at (947) 517-8395</p><br><p>Connect with Teri Wellbrock </p><p><a href="https://teriwellbrock.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teriwellbrock.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheHealingPlacePodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/TheHealingPlacePodcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-wellbrock/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-wellbrock/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/teriwellbrock" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/teriwellbrock</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/healingplacepodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/healingplacepodcast</a></p><br><p>Connect with Dr. Elena Borrelli:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pathwaypadvocates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@pathwaypadvocates</a></p><p>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/PathwayPatientAdvocates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@pathwaypatientadvocates9311" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@pathwaypatientadvocates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/pathway-patient-advocates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathway Patient Advocates</a></p><p><a href="http://pathwaypa.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pathwaypa.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>Are you tired of feeling lost and overwhelmed in the healthcare system? Do you want to regain control of your health journey and make informed decisions with confidence? If so, then this podcast is for you. </p><br><p>I am a Doctor of Medical Science, author, a mother and a Board Certified Patient Advocate who has worked in healthcare for over 25 years. I have been the provider, the patient, the daughter, the sister, and the parent facing the overwhelming healthcare system; and left feeling alone and confused. Navigating your health and managing your healthcare is challenging, but it's a lot better when we go through it together. </p><br><p>Are you ready to take charge of your healthcare journey? It's time to Ask the Patient Advocate!</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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