Patients prefer doctors who are clinical and reassuring, while avoiding those who are dismissive or lack empathy.
The decision to write a medical biography or talk about one's experiences in the medical profession requires protecting the confidentiality of patients. Despite the desire to share experiences and promote healthcare education, patient confidentiality must always come first.
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.
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.
After her mother Phyllis's death, Terry fought for justice against the doctor who she believed had given her mother substandard care.
Sludge, an American Healthcare Story is a podcast where the host narrates her experience with having gallstones, detailing all the chaos that ensued. She also has other individuals share their stories relating to health care.
A doctor shares their journey of realizing their interests were focused on making a macro impact on the healthcare system rather than practicing medicine on an individual level.
A healthcare worker talks about the sense of responsibility and accountability they feel towards their patients, especially during the COVID-19 outbreak that resulted in several deaths, highlighting the importance of taking care of vulnerable individuals.
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.
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 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 head of Google Health discusses how technology is improving medical care, including searching patient records, while doctors and politicians need to work together to improve healthcare.
The public option, defined as a way to opt into a public plan without paying for it, could act as a back door to universal healthcare and result in many dropping their private coverage. One national insurance carrier negotiating prices with doctors and pharmaceutical companies could help reduce costs and provide new planning options.
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 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 provide comprehensive and personalized care to prioritize their patients' well-being.
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.
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 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.
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.