A personal account of the frustration and distrust felt when doctors sugarcoat or misdiagnose medical conditions, leading to potentially life-threatening consequences.
Medicine 3.0 gives patients more confidence to find doctors that align with their objectives and understand which healthcare professionals outside of primary care physicians can contribute to their overall health. Patients should understand that many Western-trained physicians are focused on addressing disease rather than its prevention.
Patients prefer doctors who are clinical and reassuring, while avoiding those who are dismissive or lack empathy.
The episode discusses the challenges faced by healthcare workers while providing care and why having a nationalized healthcare system can be both beneficial and challenging for a country.
Discussing the potential benefits of investing in interventions such as reducing obesity and promoting healthy habits to prevent metabolic problems and reduce the need for end of life care. Also discussing the flawed premise of the film The Social Network.
A discussion on how a clinic strives to provide high-quality care and attention to its patients, especially those in rural areas, by using telemedicine and personalized approaches. They aim to optimize human health through consistent practice and care.
The co-founder of a healthcare staffing platform discusses the value of building a marketplace in one of the largest labor industries and the challenges that come with operating in the healthcare industry.
The revenue model in the healthcare industry is complicated, where providers and payers may benefit from higher revenues, leading to a non-virtuous circle. However, the manufacturers of drugs are not the culprits for the rising healthcare costs, but rather the pharmacy benefit managers and payers that own them.
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.
Dr. Mark Weinberger's rise and fall as a wealthy ENT surgeon in Indiana, who was accused of medical malpractice and fraud, and his latest venture in healthcare after serving time in prison.
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 podcast discusses the moments leading up to a doctor's appointment, including the anxiety and fears that come with it, and the short amount of time patients usually have with their doctor.
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.
A man recounts receiving tetanus shots and morphine after being treated for wounds by a woman during a time when the roads were blocked.
Learn about the possible roadblocks when re-enrolling for healthcare coverage and what can be done to make the process go more smoothly.
The speaker discusses the potential for private sector solutions to healthcare issues and shares their personal experience with the attitude towards energy consumption among some frontline medical professionals.
A discussion about the dark humor that doctors use in the operating room, often to cope with the stressful situations they face.
Physician associates provide comprehensive and personalized care to prioritize their patients' well-being.
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.
The speaker's friend quit her job and threatened to report the doctor and his wife for illegal activities she witnessed at the office. The speaker suspects there may be a timeline involved in the situation.
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.
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.
The lack of skepticism in certain areas of healthcare is concerning despite the skepticism of other areas.
