Learn more about Dr. Jasmine Bookert, also known as Dr. Jazz, and her motivation for starting this podcast.
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Announcer:
Welcome to The Breakdown with Dr. Diagnosis. Dr. Jasmine Bookert is a board certified emergency medicine physician with over 10 years of experience. And she's here to tackle the questions you have regarding your health and wellness. Remember, this podcast is for educational purposes only. All healthcare decisions must be made by you, with your doctor. Now you're checked in. The breakdown starts now.
Dr. Jasmine Bookert:
Hey everyone. This is Dr. Jasmine B. Bookert, aka Dr. Jazz, sending good vibes from Houston, Texas. I want to give you a little insight into my podcast called The Breakdown with Dr. Diagnosis. Have you ever been to the doctor and you leave even more confused about your diagnosis or treatment? I think everyone has, including myself. I know you are tired of taking medication and not knowing why. Do you want a more complete understanding of your diagnosis? Well, these questions gave me the idea for this podcast. On The Breakdown we will discuss some of the most common diagnoses, from start of finish. We will dive deep into the world of diagnosis. That includes explaining the symptoms, how we diagnose, procedures, treat plans, follow up, and dealing with the mental health aspect of being diagnosed. Listeners will have the opportunity to hear from various guest physicians and specialists from all fields of medicine. Including Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Pharmacy, and mental health specialists, just to name a few. the podcast will also provide information on wellness and preventive medicine so that you can cut back before getting cut!
Dr. Jasmine Bookert:
So here is the breakdown on me. Now, technically, I guess I’m a southern girl by way of the Midwest. I lived in the suburbs of St. Louis until I was eight and then we moved to Houston, Texas. After completing a four year residency, I moved back to Houston to work. I have worked all across the city of Houston and the surrounding suburbs, from the inner city to the community emergency departments, to the free standings. For those who are not familiar, a freestanding emergency department is just that, it stands alone, not attached to a hospital. So now, I am 10 plus years in the game, not counting medical school and residency. Besides being a doctor, I am a wife and a mother of four, including four year old twins. Add on church, community service, and just life, and you can see just how busy I am. To add onto my already busy schedule, I am now the founder of a telemedicine company, aptly called Dr. Diagnosis. The company is called Dr. Diagnosis because everyone wants the diagnosis right now.
Dr. Jasmine Bookert:
At Dr. Diagnosis, the focus is on taking care of your simple medical problems, along with mental health, nutrition, and wellness. But back to the podcast, the idea of The Breakdown really came from my personal story. Starting around the age of eight, I vividly remember the multiple heart attacks my grandfather endured. My grandfather Will Anderson, was a simple man with only a third grade education. When he had his heart attacks, we would pretty much drop everything and drive the 12 hours to Caruthersville, Missouri, my mom's hometown. He, nor most of my family, understood all the test or procedures that were being done, or all the medication he had to take even once he went home. So, I would stay in the room with him at the hospital and just hold his hand, to try to give him comfort. We all have family members that go through a medical crisis and the entire family is confused.
Dr. Jasmine Bookert:
I'm still that go-to family member that tries to answer and alleviate all the confusion. But now of course, I have my medical education to rely on. My purpose of this podcast is to truly help people understand and navigate the maze of healthcare. This includes the common diagnosis, or a major medical issue. So, send me your questions and concerns, and The Breakdown will answer them. I already have a list of topics that I think would be good to discuss on the podcast, but I definitely want to hear from the patient perspective.
Dr. Jasmine Bookert:
You can email me at drdiagnosis@diagnosemenow.com, and please follow my social media pages for the podcast on Instagram and Facebook, @thebreakdownwithdrdiagnosis. And remember, I am launching my new telemedicine company, Dr. Diagnosis, in the next few weeks. Please follow Dr. Diagnosis on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, @diagnosemenow. And even if you don't need to see a provider at Dr. Diagnosis right now, please check out the website for the telemedicine company, at www.diagnosemenow.com. We have plenty of resources and links about COVID-19, influenza, mental health, and other topics. Check out the current episodes on The Breakdown with Dr. Diagnosis. Until next time, stay safe and keep you and your loved ones healthy. See you soon.