Patient
I'm deeply disappointed by the experience I had with this cardiologist. Despite coming in with very real symptoms--chest pain, fatigue, and shortness of breath. The doctor told her she was "too young to be sick" and implied that her symptoms were likely nothing to worry about because of her age. This kind of response is not only dismissive but dangerous. Age should never be used as a reason to overlook a patient's concerns, especially when it comes to heart health. Young people can have serious medical issues, and minimizing their symptoms can lead to missed diagnoses and delayed treatment. Patients deserve to be listened to and taken seriously--regardless of age or gender. Unfortunately, that didn't happen here.