Refine and Shine with Angelina Rivera

Patient Empowerment in Healthcare: Claudia Cometa’s Journey from Pharmacist to Advocate

Angelina Rivera Season 2 Episode 64

In this inspiring episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with Dr. Claudia Cometa a clinical pharmacist turned patient advocate, whose journey was transformed when her father was diagnosed with Stage 3 lymphoma.

Claudia shares how stepping into the role of caregiver reshaped her perspective on healthcare, leading her to write her book Patient Empower Thyself. With over a decade of experience in clinical pharmacy and a deeply personal journey through the medical system, Claudia now equips patients and families with tools to navigate complex healthcare decisions.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

  • Claudia’s personal story of moving from clinical pharmacist to patient advocate
  • The lessons she learned during her father’s cancer journey
  • Why patient empowerment is critical in today’s medical system
  • How her book provides practical guidance for navigating healthcare
  • Tips on becoming your own best advocate when facing medical challenges

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the healthcare system or wondered how to advocate more effectively for yourself or a loved one, this conversation will bring clarity, encouragement, and hope.

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