Patients at Risk
Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD
Patients at Risk exposes the political maneuvering and corporate greed that has led to the replacement of physicians by lesser trained practitioners, including nurse practitioners and physician assistants. As corporations seek to save money and government agencies aim to increase constituent access, minimum qualifications for our nation’s healthcare guardians continue to decline—with deadly consequences. This is a story that has not yet been told, and one that has dangerous repercussions for all Americans.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 21min
Wisconsin NP legislator makes unprofessional comments during testimony on vetoed bill
Nurse practitioner and Wisconsin Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara jokes about 'missing' lobbyist Mark Grapentine's IV... and using the largest bore needle to try again. Bill co-sponsor Rep. Barbara Dittrich responds by pulling her name off the legislation.Get the books!https://www.amazon.com/Patients-Risk-Practitioner-Physician-Healthcare/dp/1627343164/https://www.amazon.com/Imposter-Doctors-Patients-at-Risk/dp/1627344438PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Nov 27, 2023 • 29min
The Medical Ethics of IV hydration ‘bars’
There has been a dramatic rise in the number of clinics offering intravenous infusions of fluids and vitamins to treat an array of conditions and for a supposed wellness benefit. But do these treatments actually work? To discuss the risks and benefits of IV infusions outside of a traditional medical setting I am joined by nephrologist Dr. Christin Giordano. Get the new book! https://www.amazon.com/Imposter-Doctors-Patients-at-Risk/dp/1627344438PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Nov 13, 2023 • 33min
Esteemed physician organization American College of Cardiology selects nurse as new president
Interventional cardiologist Dan Sraow, MD, FACC discusses the election of a nurse rather than a physician to lead the American College of Cardiology (ACC), as well as the risks of non-physicians performing cardiac interventions.PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Oct 30, 2023 • 23min
Louisiana doctors succeed at passing graduate physician bill
There is no doubt that America is facing a physician shortage, due in large part to a lack of residency positions, the mandatory 1-3 years that medical school graduates must complete to receive a license to practice medicine. To alleviate this shortage, some states have a new professional designation for unmatched medical school graduates called 'assistant physician' or 'graduate physician.' Representatives for Louisiana Physicians for Patients discuss their role in passing legislation to allow graduate physicians the opportunity to work under the supervision of a licensed physician in the state.PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Oct 16, 2023 • 27min
Louisiana physicians hire lobbyist and defeat NP independence bill
Louisiana physicians discuss their successful effort to block scope of practice expansion in the state.PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Oct 2, 2023 • 31min
Bioethicist weighs in on use of the term 'doctor' by nonphysicians
In 2023, three nurse practitioners sued the state of California for the right to call themselves 'doctors' in a clinical setting. Bioethicist Arthur L. Caplan, PhD, discusses the ethics of titles in healthcare.Dr. Caplan's article - https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/994536Get the book Patients at Risk and Imposter Doctors!PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Sep 18, 2023 • 23min
Patient asks for OB physician during pregnancy and delivery, told 'no'
At 39 years old, Hasina Hafiz wanted a physician to oversee her pregnancy and delivery. However, the only clinic in the area that accepted her insurance refused, allowing only CNM/ WHNP care. Retired OB/GYN John Lafferty, MD discusses complications that can occur during pregnancy and delivery, and why team-based care should always be led by a physician.PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Sep 4, 2023 • 32min
Noncompete contract restricts rural patient access to physician care
Jacqui O'Kane, DO was fulfilling the promise of Family Medicine, providing expert physician care to rural residents of Georgia. Burned out from overwork and support staff challenges, she decided to leave hospital employment. But instead of allowing her to open her own direct primary care practice, the hospital enforced a 50-mile radius noncompete contract, limiting patient access to care. Listen in on our discussion of noncompete contracts and why some physicians are leaving employed practice in favor of self-ownership.For tips and tricks on surviving the fee-for-service world, check out my book, How To Be a Rock Star Doctor.Docs, join our fight for physician-led care and truth and transparency among healthcare practitioners - Physicians for Patient Protection.PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Aug 21, 2023 • 35min
Physician discusses why she will no longer train or supervise NPPs
Sara O'Heron, MD discusses changes in the education and training of NPs and PAs over her 35-year career.Learn more at PatientsAtRisk.comGet the new book, Imposter Doctors, available in paperback, eBook and Audible: https://www.amazon.com/Imposter-Doctors-Patients-at-Risk-ebook/dp/B0C4J3P3Z1/PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
Aug 3, 2023 • 32min
When 'wellness' turns deadly: Patient dies during NPP medspa visit
Plastic surgeon Alina Sholar, MD discusses the risks and dangers associated with non-physician supervised medspa medical procedures. Get the new book! https://www.amazon.com/Imposter-Doctors-Patients-at-Risk/dp/1627344438/Join PPP: PhysiciansForPatientProtection.orgPhysiciansForPatientProtection.org
