Doctor, What is That?
Our North Star
Our mission is to raise awareness about rare diseases and promote inclusivity through storytelling, interviews, collaborations, and social media. Too often, those living with rare conditions go unheard, undiagnosed, and misunderstood. We believe that awareness leads to understanding, and understanding leads to change.
By education through empathy, we strive to shine a light on rare diseases, amplify patient voices, and foster collaborations with individuals, medical professionals, and advocacy groups. By sharing stories and breaking down medical complexities, we make the invisible, visible—ensuring that no one feels forgotten because of their diagnosis.
Together, we can turn rare into recognized and create a world where every condition—and every person— matters.
About The Founder : Mishti Patel
Mishti Patel, a 17-year-old high school student from Chicago, Illinois, has always had a deep passion for medicine. After relocating to North Carolina for high school, her interest only grew. Through internships and volunteer opportunities, Mishti became aware of the disparity faced by patients with lesser-known diseases. Driven by a desire to promote inclusivity, she founded the initiative "Doctor, What is That?" in 2024.
Since then, she has been tirelessly working to secure interviews with a diverse range of individuals and organizations, all in an effort to learn about and raise awareness for as many rare diseases as possible. Join Mishti in her mission to make the world a better place through empathy and education!
Learn more about what she's up to by checking her social media pages below!
Personal Email: mishtipatel0219@gmail.com
Personal Mobile Number: 630-550-1829
We utilize multiple outreach channels to reach as many individuals as possible while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Services
Social Media Posts
Through Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, we create informative posts that highlight a different rare disease with each feature.
Interviews
We connect with organizations, researchers, individuals with rare diseases, and healthcare professionals to gather in-depth knowledge that we can share with our viewers.
We also produce comedic interview skits to share knowledge about various diseases while adding a touch of lightheartedness.
Events/Collaborations
Currently a work in progress.
We welcome inquiries about collaborating with us or assisting in creating events!