Can We Hire DPF to Advocate For Us Personally?

We no longer offer direct phone advocacy for individuals in hospitals, doctor’s offices, or pharmacy settings. We made this decision because,  in some cases, it can make things worse, not better. Providers may become defensive, and patients may face backlash. It’s a broken system, and we have to be careful not to put people at greater risk.

That said, we’re still here to help:

  • We offer guidance on how to advocate for yourself or a loved one. Click here for our hospital advocacy tips.
  • We offer coaching by email through our Warrior tier on Patreon: patreon.com/thedoctorpatientforum
  • Need a one-on-one call instead? You can book a private 60-minute coaching call here:
    Book a Coaching Call


We’re not doctors or lawyers giving medical or legal advice, but we are advocates who understand this system. We’ll help you figure out what to say, what to ask, and what to do next, without making it worse.