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For many mature patients, medical appointments trigger a visceral response rooted deep in childhood memories. The sterile environments, painful procedures performed with outdated techniques, and the dismissive attitudes of mid-century healthcare left lasting psychological scars that persist decades later. These early experiences created anxiety patterns that, even in today’s advanced medical landscape, can make routine wellness appointments feel insurmountable. Dr. Shireen Dhanani at My Wellness Studio Medical Spa has discovered a powerful ally in addressing these deep-seated fears: Exomind, a revolutionary approach that’s transforming how patients experience medical care.
“I see patients in their 60s and 70s who still experience overwhelming anxiety during medical appointments,” Dr. Dhanani explains. “They’re not reacting to what’s happening now—they’re reliving traumatic experiences from 40 or 50 years ago when medical practices were vastly different. Their bodies remember the fear, even when their minds understand that modern medicine has evolved dramatically.”
The challenge with treating medical anxiety in mature patients isn’t just about current comfort—it’s about rewiring neural pathways formed during an era when healthcare was often impersonal and painful. Old-school medical practices frequently meant insufficient pain management, longer procedures with primitive equipment, and a cultural attitude that dismissed patient discomfort as something to simply endure. For many, these childhood medical experiences became defining moments that shaped their relationship with healthcare for life. The anxiety isn’t irrational—it’s a learned response based on genuine past trauma.
This is where Exomind has become invaluable in Dr. Dhanani’s practice. Rather than simply addressing surface-level anxiety with medication or distraction techniques, Exomind helps patients understand and reprocess their historical trauma at its root. The system works by helping patients recognize that their anxiety response, while once protective and appropriate, no longer serves them in a modern medical setting. It’s a compassionate approach that validates their past experiences while gently guiding them toward new, healthier patterns of response.
“Exomind creates a bridge between their past experiences and present reality,” Dr. Dhanani notes. “Patients begin to understand that the medical care they’re receiving today bears little resemblance to what they endured as children. We have advanced pain management, gentle techniques, and most importantly, a commitment to their comfort.”
The approach involves helping patients externalize their anxiety—viewing it as a separate entity shaped by outdated information rather than an inherent part of themselves. Through guided sessions, patients learn to distinguish between legitimate concerns about current treatment and fear responses triggered by decades-old memories. This separation is crucial: it allows patients to honor their past without being imprisoned by it. They begin to see their anxiety not as a personal failing, but as a protective mechanism that once served them well but now needs updating.
One of Dr. Dhanani’s patients, a 68-year-old woman who had avoided medical procedures for fifteen years due to childhood trauma, experienced remarkable progress. “After working with the Exomind approach, she told me it was like finally being able to separate the terrified child she was from the empowered adult she is now,” Dr. Dhanani shares. “She completed her full wellness treatment plan—something she never thought possible. The transformation wasn’t just physical; it was emotional and psychological. She reclaimed agency over her own healthcare decisions.”
The integration of Exomind at My Wellness Studio Medical Spa represents a holistic approach to patient care that acknowledges the psychological component of medical treatment. Dr. Dhanani has found that addressing the mental and emotional aspects of healthcare anxiety leads to better treatment outcomes, improved overall health, and patients who actually maintain regular wellness appointments rather than avoiding care until emergencies arise. The ripple effects extend beyond the medical spa itself—patients report feeling more confident in all their healthcare interactions, from routine check-ups to specialist consultations.
“Mature patients deserve to experience modern medical care without the ghosts of the past haunting them,” Dr. Dhanani emphasizes. “Exomind gives us the tools to help them heal not just their bodies, but their relationship with healthcare itself. That’s truly transformative medicine.”
For patients who have spent decades dreading medical appointments, this approach offers something precious: the possibility of finally being free from fear that has controlled their choices for far too long.
To schedule a consultation and explore how Exomind technology can help your anxiety, contact My Wellness Studio at 352-728-0786.
DR. SHIREEN DHANANI
Dr. Dhanani is always keeping up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry enabling her to provide her patients with the best quality of care. She dedicates herself to numerous continuing education hours each year and offers all phases of Cosmetic, Implant (both surgical placement and restorative) and Esthetic dentistry including Botox and Juvéderm dermal fillers. Dr. Dhanani is certified to treat patients using Invisalign and Cerec 3-D CAD/CAM technology, as well as sleep apnea.
My Wellness Studio Medical Spa
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920 E Dixie Ave, Leesburg, FL 34748
