In this bonus episode of The Push Podcast, we respond to the viral TikTok out of Santa Barbara where staff at Sansum Clinic under Sutter Health mocked patients by posting photos of bodily fluids left behind after exams. We want to start by saying we are deeply sorry if this video made you feel embarrassed, ashamed, or hesitant to seek care. Patient trust and dignity should never be compromised, and our hope with this episode is to help repair some of the damage by reminding you that your body is normal — and nothing you bring to the OBGYN’s office should ever make you feel ashamed.

We walk through what happened at the clinic, what was posted, and the fallout that followed, while also opening up an honest conversation about the very real feelings of embarrassment many patients carry into appointments — whether it’s being on your per ...