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Dr. Efrat "Dr. E" LaMandre, PhD

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  • Leading Voice Against Medical Gaslighting
  • National Media Contributor and Host of Podcast, 'The Medical Disruptor'
  • Bestselling Author, 'It's NOT In Your Head: Your Body Doesn't Feel Right But You Don't Know Why'
  • Family Nurse Practitioner with a PH.D. in Integrative Medicine

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Dr. Efrat “Dr. E” LaMandre is on a mission to end medical gaslighting and transform how people experience healthcare. A nationally recognized Nurse Practitioner, bestselling author, and one of the most visible disruptors in medicine, Dr. E has become the trusted voice millions turn to when they feel dismissed, unheard, or confused by the system.

Her bold message—that your symptoms are real, and you deserve answers—has made her a regular contributor on NBC, FOX, ABC, CBS, NewsNation, and Scripps News. Her viral short-form videos have been viewed over 30 million times across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, while her newsletter reaches 100,000+ engaged readers each week. She also hosts The Medical Disruptor Podcast, where she interviews innovators who challenge the status quo in healthcare.

Dr. E brings a rare perspective: she built one of the nation’s largest NP-led practices, serves as a national leader in advancing the Nurse Practitioner role, and leads multiple healthcare ventures. With every talk, she combines clinical insight, patient advocacy, and leadership lessons—leaving audiences validated, empowered, and equipped to act. Dr. E speaks to patients, practitioners, and the public with a clear message: your voice matters, your symptoms are real, and you deserve answers.

 

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Dr. Efrat LaMandre: Breaking down the concept of medical gaslighting | PIX11 News - Get Sharable Link
Talks & Conversations with Dr. Efrat "Dr. E" LaMandre, PhD
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“You’re Not Fine. It’s Medical Gaslighting”

In this high-impact keynote, DR. E—the unapologetic medical disruptor and fierce advocate for women’s health—reveals why medical gaslighting happens and, more importantly, how to break free from it. Once you understand the root cause, you’ll never be dismissed again. This isn’t just about knowing mo ...

In this high-impact keynote, DR. E—the unapologetic medical disruptor and fierce advocate for women’s health—reveals why medical gaslighting happens and, more importantly, how to break free from it. Once you understand the root cause, you’ll never be dismissed again.

This isn’t just about knowing more—it’s about reclaiming your power in every medical encounter. Audiences walk away with the clarity, confidence, and tools to turn every “You’re fine” into the answers and care they deserve

It Takes Two to Gaslight: How Patients and Providers Get Stuck

Gaslighting doesn’t happen in a vacuum. DR. E introduces her groundbreaking concept that it takes two to gaslight—exploring how both patients and providers unconsciously reinforce the script. Audiences discover how subtle habits, deference, and clinical shortcuts keep the cycle alive—and how breakin ...

Gaslighting doesn’t happen in a vacuum. DR. E introduces her groundbreaking concept that it takes two to gaslight—exploring how both patients and providers unconsciously reinforce the script.

Audiences discover how subtle habits, deference, and clinical shortcuts keep the cycle alive—and how breaking the pattern can transform outcomes. This talk gives patients and providers alike the tools to change the dynamic for goo

The Cost of Being the “Good Patient”

From an early age, patients—especially women and minorities—are trained to be polite, agreeable, and “low maintenance.” The result? A culture of silence that leads to missed diagnoses and delayed care. DR. E dismantles the myth of the “good patient” and shows audiences how to advocate without being ...

From an early age, patients—especially women and minorities—are trained to be polite, agreeable, and “low maintenance.” The result? A culture of silence that leads to missed diagnoses and delayed care.

DR. E dismantles the myth of the “good patient” and shows audiences how to advocate without being adversarial. The payoff: a healthcare experience where their concerns are heard and their health is prioritized.

Listening Without Gaslighting

Most providers don’t mean to dismiss patients. But medical training, time pressure, and bias create blind spots that silence critical information. In this talk, DR. E gives clinicians a framework for listening differently—validating patient experiences without sacrificing science. Attendees learn pr ...

Most providers don’t mean to dismiss patients. But medical training, time pressure, and bias create blind spots that silence critical information.

In this talk, DR. E gives clinicians a framework for listening differently—validating patient experiences without sacrificing science. Attendees learn practical tools to improve trust, accuracy, and patient satisfaction in every exam room.

When Employees See Their Doctor: An HR Issue You Didn’t Know You Had

Every employee eventually lands in a doctor’s office. If they walk out feeling dismissed, it doesn’t just hurt their health—it hurts your business. DR. E connects the dots between medical gaslighting, absenteeism, and workplace morale. She equips HR leaders with strategies to empower staff to advoca ...

Every employee eventually lands in a doctor’s office. If they walk out feeling dismissed, it doesn’t just hurt their health—it hurts your business.

DR. E connects the dots between medical gaslighting, absenteeism, and workplace morale. She equips HR leaders with strategies to empower staff to advocate for themselves in healthcare encounters, creating healthier employees and stronger organizations.

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Books by Dr. Efrat "Dr. E" LaMandre, PhD
It's NOT In Your Head: Your Body Doesn't Feel Right But You Don't Know Why

It's NOT In Your Head: Your Body Doesn't Feel Right But You Don't Know Why

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Press & Media
LGBTQ+ patients often face delayed care. Here’s how to be an ally [video] - WUSA9
Recognizing Medical Gaslighting [video] - ABC7
5 tips for managing stress [video] - Fox 5 Washington DC
Breaking down the concept of medical gaslighting [video] - PIX 11
Nurse practitioner on five things she will never tell patients [video] - 7 News Australia
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Biography

As a public speaker and bestselling author with over 5 million followers on various platforms, Dr. Efrat Lamandre, - or Dr. E as everyone calls her - is disrupting and reshaping healthcare. She advocates against #MedicalGaslighting and empowers patients to recognize that their symptoms are NOT "in their head." Passionate about promoting longevity, Dr. E inspires individuals to realize that they can achieve peak performance at any age. She is also a fervent advocate for NPs amplifying their voice in the healthcare arenas.

Driven by a fierce commitment to uplift others, Dr. E leverages her platforms to make a difference. She’s not content with just providing top-notch care to her own patients. As the first NP to sit as the Chair of the Foundation Board of Trustees at Northwell SIUH Hospital, she shapes healthcare initiatives and supports vital programs that improve access to care for all. Through her practice, she runs food and toy drives, donates to community causes, and champions second-chance employment, microloans for employees, and unique working environments for working moms. Dr. E is always looking for innovative ways to create positive change.

The Medical Disruptor by Dr E is a top-performing podcast with over 100K monthly downloads made for people who have experienced medical gaslighting. Dr. E’s mission is to give you reliable, science-based health information through a unique lens, using Functional Medicine to help you get the answers you’ve been looking for.

In her bestselling book It's NOT In Your Head: Your Body Doesn't Feel Right But You Don't Know Why, Dr. E provides the framework for people to figure out why they don't feel optimal and how to get control of their health.

Dr. E holds a master's degree from Rutgers/UMDNJ, her PhD from Quantum University, and her Certification from the Institute of Functional Medicine. 

When Dr. E isn’t revolutionizing healthcare, she’s with her incredible wife, Gina LaMandre. A PA and professor, Gina is the “G” in EG Healthcare and EG PREP. Her story is the inspiration for The Knew Method, and Hawk Scribes is named after her favorite bird.

But their adventures don’t stop there. Together, they rescue animals and have a fluctuating number of cats—currently six—in their home(don’t judge). Their household is lively, filled with love and a dash of chaos. They are also proud moms to three amazing humans. Balancing family, furry friends, and groundbreaking work, Dr. E and Gina make a dynamic duo, proving that passion and partnership can change the world.

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