Healthcare Dilemmas and Innovations

This chapter examines the intricate balance between patient care and profit motives within the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, addressing urgent issues like the opioid crisis and exorbitant medical device costs. It critiques the FDA's approval processes and the lack of safety testing for medical devices, advocating for preventative health strategies amid a rising elderly population. Furthermore, it discusses the controversies surrounding spine surgeries and stem cell treatments, emphasizing the need for rigorous research and ethical practices in medical innovations.