106. We Need Way Less Psychiatrists w/ Psychiatrist Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
Radically Genuine Podcast with Dr. Roger McFillin
Approach to Medication Use: Emergency and Short‑Term Only
Roger and Dr. Josef agree meds should function like emergency medicine: rare, short‑term, with informed consent and alternatives explored.
Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring's journey, spanning from his time at the FDA to his transition into the pharmaceutical industry and eventual establishment of a private practice, is marked by its uniqueness. His commitment to vocalizing his concerns and upholding ethical standards challenges the traditional practices often associated with his field.
Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring is a psychiatrist who specializes in tapering patients off psychiatric medications. Over the last four years he has helped hundreds of patients successfully stop their psychiatric medications. He is a trained expert in psychiatric medicine and in the identification and treatment of adverse drug reactions. Dr. Witt-Doerring has also had the privilege of helping several patients with litigation related to psychiatric drug injuries.
Dr. Josef: Social Media and Professional Links
Note: This podcast episode is designed solely for informational and educational purposes, without endorsing or promoting any specific medical treatments. We strongly advise consulting with a qualified healthcare professional before making any medical decisions or taking any actions.
*If you are in crisis or believe you have an emergency, please contact your doctor or dial 911. If you are contemplating suicide, call 1-800-273-TALK to speak with a trained and skilled counselor.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
2:00 - Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring Open Letter to Psychiatric and Family Medicine Colleagues
23:30 - Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9 & PHQ-2)
24:00 - Enduring pain: how a 1996 opioid policy change had long-lasting effects
24:30 - Liability and Patient Suicide - PMC
25:00 - Reframing the Key Questions Regarding Screening for Suicide Risk | Depressive Disorders | JAMA
30:30 - Accutane: iPLEDGE
41:00 - PDUFA VII: Fiscal Years 2023 – 2027 | FDA
49:00 - Selective Publication of Antidepressant Trials and Its Influence on Apparent Efficacy
51:00 - Dr. Josef YouTube: Antidepressants Nearly Ruined my Marriage
1:02:00 - David Healy: Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction | RxISK
1:08:00 - Antidepressants and Mass Shootings/Murder Suicide: An interview with Dr. David Healy
1:13:00 - Your Consent is Not Required - Rob Wipond
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