Historically, the healthcare domain has had biases primarily based on gender and ethnicity, and the burden of responsibility often feels like a heavy weight for medical professionals. While there is a desire to do good and make the best decisions for patients, the lack of appropriate tools can make it feel like a burden.
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.
The speaker discusses reverse engineering healthcare by finding where the money is going and discovering the underlying causes of health issues. There is also mention of devices that listen for sleep apnea symptoms.
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 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.
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.
Health care has a patient buy-in problem because the customer service at the point of care is appallingly bad. The U.S. healthcare market is the least customer-centric of any customer service industry.
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 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.
A woman considers the cost of healthcare when her mother's hospital could have restored four men to full health with a month of treatment and physical therapy.
A study reveals that specialized surgeons perform unnecessary procedures due to payment from procedures, leading to overuse of stents and other treatments, even when not medically necessary.
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.
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 transcript starts with an ad for cheap Caribbean vacation at Breathless Resorts and Spas. Later, it mentions the motto of healthcare, "patients first."
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.
