Patients prefer doctors who are clinical and reassuring, while avoiding those who are dismissive or lack empathy.
Community hospitals are taking advantage of steep discounts on prescription drugs for low-income patients, charging full price to insurers, and keeping the difference. Additionally, there is a lack of screening to determine eligibility for free care, and staff are reportedly being instructed to push for payment from patients.
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Max Skittle talks about the importance of feeling comfortable with your GP and how it is essential for effective treatment. He also talks about his book, The Secret GP and Chris Dorque's upcoming book, Justice on Trial.
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.
After her mother Phyllis's death, Terry fought for justice against the doctor who she believed had given her mother substandard care.
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. Sandra Lee, aka Dr. Pimple Popper, is famous for her videos where she extracts pimples, cysts, and other growths.
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.
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.
Physician associates have been providing high quality, personalized care for over 50 years, by listening to patients' concerns and answering their questions about treatment.
Healthcare costs are pulling money from socially beneficial uses which could save a lot more lives than just one. Many physicians are feeling burnout due to practicing in a way that they know isn't working, leading to moral injury.
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 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.
Saving His Children, an orphanage in Uganda, received criticism for allegedly not having a doctor on staff despite having advanced medical equipment and trained nurses. The family of a former volunteer claims that the orphanage hired a doctor after a medical mistake in 2011, but a blog post by the accused nurse suggests otherwise.
A bone marrow transplant inspired an empowering new slogan and philosophy for setting healthy boundaries: "Soul marrow transplant." This metaphorical approach reminds individuals to prioritize their own mental and emotional well-being and challenges the traditional idea of selflessness in healthcare professions.
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.
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.
The allure of confident claims and a broken healthcare system made patent medicine a big business in the 1800s and early 1900s, leading to the creation of artificial tapeworms by a Kansas City factory.
