Demystifying the Healthcare System Navigating with Confidence with Dr. Yumiko Nakamura

In this episode I am joined by Yumiko Nakamura, a resident physician at San Francisco General Hospital, specializing in family medicine. After studying phsychology at college, she dedicated her time as a community health volunteer and played a crucial role in structuring an insurance outreach and enrollment program within the community. This sparked an interest in medicine, leading her to pursue a medical degree at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Currently, Dr. Nakamura is in her residency training at San Francisco General Hospital specializing in family medicine, and her deep understanding of the healthcare system coupled with a genuine passion for providing comprehensive care to individuals and families makes her an invaluable resource for unraveling the complexities and navigating the healthcare landscape. In this podcast she is going to demystify the US healthcare system and help you understand how to navigate it... all in just 30 minutes.   Highlights from this episode: (05:34) The process of medical school (10:33) Myths & misconceptions of the healthcare system (12:58) The importance of having a primary care physician (17:56) What makes a good primary care physician? (23:28) Preventative services for young adults (28:27) Pay attention to what you’re feeling  Connect with Vikki on Instagram here and on LinkedIn here