The Art of Being Well How The Medical Industrial Complex Is Hurting Your Health + How To Take Your Power Back | Brigham Buhler
Jun 16, 2025
Brigham Buhler, a healthcare entrepreneur and founder of Ways to Well, dives into the flaws of America's medical system, revealing how high spending doesn't equate to better health. He discusses the toxic incentives behind insurance-based medicine versus the growing pursuit of concierge care. Buhler shares insights on hormone health, the disconnect between corporate interests and patient care, and the need for a shift toward proactive health management. With a mix of personal stories and bold critiques, this conversation highlights the urgent necessity for reform in healthcare.
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Brigham's Pharma Rep Journey
- Brigham Buhler shared how he launched Cialis and later moved to antidepressants with skepticism about their efficacy.
- He was stunned that Prozac’s effectiveness was only slightly better than placebo, challenging his initial enthusiasm.
Corporate Capture Drives Healthcare
- The corporate capture of medicine by insurance companies shifted focus to quarterly profits over patient care.
- Incentives drive all parts of healthcare, from drug companies to hospitals, leading to chronic disease crisis.
U.S. Healthcare Paradox
- The U.S. spends the most on healthcare yet leads developed nations in obesity and chronic disease.
- Chronic disease starts decades before diagnosis, but healthcare often treats symptoms rather than root causes.