
Eric Topol on Deep Medicine
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Reforming American Healthcare: A Call for Change
This chapter critiques the complexities of the American medical system, emphasizing the disconnect between patient care and profit motives. It argues for the establishment of a doctors' union to advocate for patient interests and explores alternative healthcare models that prioritize care over cost. The discussion highlights the need for empathy and innovation in medical training, while learning from international systems to improve outcomes in U.S. healthcare.
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