In Dr. You: Become Your Own Advocate and Take Charge of Your Health, Lora Miro shares a compelling journey from patient to healthcare pioneer, offering readers a roadmap to take control of their own health. Miro, cofounder and CEO of myLAB Box, has transformed the way diagnostic testing is done, empowering individuals across the United States to access healthcare on their own terms.
Drawing from personal experiences, including a life-altering car accident and navigating the complexities of both the Bulgarian and American healthcare systems, Miro reveals how self-advocacy can lead to better outcomes. Through this book, readers will discover practical strategies to challenge the outdated healthcare paradigms and to demand better care for themselves and their loved ones.
Whether you're frustrated with your healthcare, facing a crisis, or simply wanting to live a healthier life, Dr. You is the guide you need to harness your own power and become the hero of your health journey. Miro’s insights are particularly valuable for those who seek to navigate the healthcare system effectively, offering them the tools to advocate fiercely and compassionately for their well-being. Empower yourself. Take charge. Become Dr. You.
Sometimes you don’t realize something is weak until you need its support. When author Lora Miro suffered a health crisis, she got an in-depth look at the American healthcare system. Not only was it broken, it was an archaic industry that left little room for the advancements she’d spent her professional life pursuing.
Introduction: Don’t Call It a Waiting Room; Call It an Action Room
Chapter 1: The Journey Begins
Chapter 2: What’s the Problem?
Chapter 3: Vital for Survival
Chapter 4: Meet Dr. You
Chapter 5: The Hero’s (Healthcare) Journey
Chapter 6: Optimum Health Is Your Right
Chapter 7: The Golden Excuses
Chapter 8: Wellness Game Plan
Chapter 9: What’s Ahead
Conclusion: It Starts With You and Dr. You