Smarter Patients with Ilana Jacqueline
Smarter Patients is a micropodcast that makes healthcare make sense—in 15 minutes or less. Hosted by nationally recognized author and patient advocate Ilana Jacqueline, each episode delivers fast, practical lessons that teach listeners how to survive the American healthcare system one sick day at a time.
From navigating insurance nightmares and understanding your medical records to decoding hidden doctor’s notes and confronting medical gaslighting, Smarter Patients gives you the knowledge—and the language—to advocate for yourself with confidence. It’s bite-sized education designed for anyone who’s ever left a doctor’s office feeling confused, dismissed, or unheard.
Smarter Patients with Ilana Jacqueline
Unlocking Your Hidden MyChart Notes! What Your Doctor Didn't Share
The transparency revolution in healthcare is already here — you just don’t know where to look. In this episode, learn how to unlock the hidden notes in your MyChart and finally see what your doctor really wrote about you--and how it could be impeding your care with future providers.
Check out the full episode guide with resources here: https://ilanajacqueline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Episode-1-Guide.pdf