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Unveiling the Dark Side of Healthcare: Navigating the Corrupt System and Seeking Justice

Abusers are attracted to medicine and psychology because the culture gives them easy access to multiple victims and protects them from accountability. The behavioral health industry benefits much by keeping us coming back for more crappy therapy and ineffective medications … Continue reading

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Private Equity, Public Harm: The Human Toll of Healthcare Buyouts

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) by health policy experts at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) found that patient care experiences declined following private equity (PE) acquisitions of U.S. hospitals.The research indicated … Continue reading

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The Cost of Speaking Out: FGM, Medical Betrayal, and a Culture of Silence

As a survivor of forced, medicalized female genital mutilation (FGM), I’m keenly aware of the structures and systems that protect powerful men at the top of the domination hierarchy. These allow predators, including those in white coats, to harm others … Continue reading

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Unlocking the Secrets of Social Bonds: The Role of Neurochemicals in Building Community

Oxytocin, known as the “love hormone,” fosters emotional bonds and trust through positive social interactions like hugging and childbirth. Serotonin contributes to mood and social behavior, while dopamine’s release reinforces positive social interactions. Endorphins act as natural painkillers and mood enhancers, enhancing well-being and social bonding. Balancing these neurochemicals is crucial for fostering trust and building meaningful relationships. Continue reading

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Prior Authorization: Driver of Poor Patient Outcomes and Physician Burnout

Medical prior authorization “‘wreaks havoc on patient care,’ according to a recent release from the American Medical Association (AMA),” reports Health Policy Today*. The organization’s 2023 survey “found prior authorization was responsible for care delays in nearly every instance and … Continue reading

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Empathy is Crucial in Medicine, But the Healthcare System Undermines It

Prioritizing efficiency and financial goals over empathetic care has detrimental effects on both patients and healthcare providers.  Empathy Improves Patient Outcomes Enhanced Communication: Empathetic healthcare providers build better communication with patients, leading to more accurate diagnoses and more effective treatments. … Continue reading

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Unveiling the Dark Side of Healthcare: Navigating the Corrupt System and Seeking Justice

Abusers are attracted to medicine and psychology because the culture gives them easy access to multiple victims and protects them from accountability. The behavioral health industry benefits much by keeping us coming back for more crappy therapy and ineffective medications … Continue reading

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Medical Records Correction: a sick joke?

The medical records correction process is heavily in favor of inaccurate records. I went through a convoluted and time-consuming ER records correction process that involved the Department of Health and Human Services. Though the record was highly erroneous, the hospital … Continue reading

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