04/23/2026
When a $40,000 wellness journey delays the real diagnosis.
She had done everything “right” — followed the protocols, bought the premium supplements, invested in high-end programs, and trusted multiple “experts” online. Yet years later, she still didn’t have an answer for why she felt so unwell.
By the time she reached my clinic, she was burned out, financially stretched, and starting to wonder if it was all in her head. It wasn’t.
In my new Op-Med essay, I share this case and explore a bigger question:
What happens when wellness culture, delayed diagnosis, and fragmented care collide — and how can we protect patients from getting lost between them?
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything and still not getting answers, or if you care for patients who are in that exact position, I think this will resonate.
🔗 Read the full article here:
https://www.doximity.com/newsfeed/fe840d3d-cd3c-4082-a495-118567506200/public
“Dr. Goel,” she said, her tone measured but tired, the kind of exhaustion that accumulates when effort never yields results. “I’ve followed the pro...