Dr. Jeanne-Marie confronts gender bias in healthcare after major surgery
Dr. Jeanne-Marie Van Der Westhuizen nearly succumbed to pain after a major surgery due to a dislodged epidural on October 11. She reported her distress was dismissed as a panic attack, highlighting systemic gender bias in healthcare. Efforts are underway to reform medical education and address how gender affects pain perception and treatment outcomes.
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Published 05 Jul 2026, 19:30 UTC · Updated 05 Jul 2026, 19:40 UTC
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