Bridging the Gap: Understanding Medical Mistrust and Patient Experiences in OB/GYN Care
Highlight
- High levels of anxiety and negative experiences are common among people receiving OB/GYN care, with minimization of symptoms as the leading cause of dissatisfaction.
- Preference for female OB/GYN clinicians is prevalent, especially among marginalized racial groups.
- Political affiliation and race significantly influence the likelihood of negative OB/GYN experiences and medical mistrust.
- Feeling heard by the clinician is the strongest predictor of patient satisfaction, underscoring the need for patient-centred care to address mistrust and improve engagement.
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