After her mother Phyllis's death, Terry fought for justice against the doctor who she believed had given her mother substandard care.
This podcast discusses the potential benefits of using 3D printed life-size organ models in surgical planning, allowing for better understanding and preparation for complex procedures.
Even though doctors said a man's arm was beyond repair, his surgeon refused to give up and worked to save the arm.
The speaker ponders on doctor mistakes and struggles to come up with an appropriate analogy, eventually referencing a Dungeons and Dragons monster as a comparison.
The speaker discusses the challenges of using political capital to push healthcare legislation while half the country is upset about it, and his previous support for the idea of raising taxes on the rich to balance the budget.
The current issue is that while Republicans are promoting legal gun ownership, they are also making it harder to regulate and monitor illegal gun sales, which poses a threat to the community. On the other hand, consumers are not actively participating in the healthcare market, leading to debates about the government's role in healthcare.
The US healthcare system is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many people, rendering it unsustainable. This issue is compounded by a lack of belief in the future and apathy towards saving for it, as well as the existence of a job placement program within the system to maintain a middle class lifestyle for those with low productivity.
Patients prefer doctors who are clinical and reassuring, while avoiding those who are dismissive or lack empathy.
As advances in healthcare continue to offer more opportunities for people to potentially cure disease or extend their lives, the cost of approvals for these treatments could have a significant impact on the cost of healthcare overall, resulting in higher inflation.
The podcast host discusses the importance of getting tested for health issues before it's too late and how it will become something we regret not doing in the future.
An X prize for reversing the biological age of a person by up to 20 years has been proposed. This initiative aims to promote taking more opportunities to improve health and pursue challenging endeavors.
The family history of a person could provide great insights into their medical conditions. Having knowledge of the patient's family history helps the healthcare provider develop a better understanding of the patient's risks, and act accordingly, making individualized treatment unique to the patient possible.
Learn about the possible roadblocks when re-enrolling for healthcare coverage and what can be done to make the process go more smoothly.
A doctor discusses the challenges of treating patients with unhealthy lifestyles, and how it can be difficult to motivate them to change their habits even when faced with serious health consequences.
The speaker talks about their frustration with trying to get in touch with their doctor and compares the modern-day streamers' use of soundboards to their own situation.
The speaker talks about exaggerating their pain on a scale of 1 to 10 at the doctor's office and finding expired prescription pills belonging to their friend.
Referring to someone as a "person affected by obesity" instead of an "obese person" is an attempt to use the right language but doesn't necessarily prevent causing harm for fat individuals in healthcare settings. Focusing on a patient's BMI and weight in every interaction, even if it's unrelated to the visit, perpetuates weight stigma in medical spaces.
Plus Care offers at-home blood draws and virtual consultations with doctors, making medical care accessible from the comfort and safety of one's own home. However, this episode also mentions the unpleasant reality of dealing with blood samples in a regular household setting.
Jared Duszewski discusses the potential of the creator economy and its influence on healthcare, including the rise of ad agencies in the industry.
The speaker talks about their interest in funding multiple studies and creating alternatives to the Affordable Care Act, as they were always curious about healthcare and understood the necessity of hitting certain thresholds to overcome costs.
Dr. Sutherland's vision of a tightly regulated dispensary at a family doctor's office to provide safe drugs has a wider impact beyond the supply of the drug, creating space in a person's life to address healthcare, housing and family needs.
The guest in this episode has navigated the treacherous waters of the South Pacific, worked in Washington D.C., and battled the healthcare industry. The hosts also discuss mental health and becoming a Lord.
Physician associates have been providing high quality, personalized care for over 50 years, by listening to patients' concerns and answering their questions about treatment.
