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Doctor Launches Platform to Combat Patient Dismissal Issues

10/13/2025

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Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, a family medicine physician, faced repeated dismissals before being diagnosed with lupus and a clotting disorder.
Curry-Winchell highlights a systemic issue of dismissing patients, especially women, recalling derogatory terms learned in medical school.
To address this, she created a platform for patients to share and recommend doctors based on experiences.
Since launch, users report positive feedback, and Curry-Winchell, inspired by her father's legacy, aims to improve healthcare.

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Story summary

Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, a family medicine physician, faced repeated dismissals before being diagnosed with lupus and a clotting disorder.
Curry-Winchell highlights a systemic issue of dismissing patients, especially women, recalling derogatory terms learned in medical school.
To address this, she created a platform for patients to share and recommend doctors based on experiences.
Since launch, users report positive feedback, and Curry-Winchell, inspired by her father's legacy, aims to improve healthcare.