Inside the ER

Episode 15: The Time I Was an ER Patient

This episode I share the painful and terrifying event that landed me Inside the ER...as a patient. Graphic details kept as minimal as possible! Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2348877/open_sms] Email: insidetheer@gmail.com Website: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com [https://insidetheer.buzzsprout.com/] (episode scripts available there) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/ [https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer [https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer] Bluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/ [https://insidetheer.bsky.social/]

Episode 14: The Pitt

Let's discuss the most accurate medical drama ever: The Pitt on HBO Max. Spoiler free! The TLDL? Go watch it! Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2348877/open_sms] Email: insidetheer@gmail.com Website: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com [https://insidetheer.buzzsprout.com/] (episode scripts available there) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/ [https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer [https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer] Bluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/ [https://insidetheer.bsky.social/]

Episode 13: Psych Redux

A sequel to episode 10, with some more stories of psych visits and another example of why for-profit healthcare is evil. Be warned, there is discussion of a suicide attempt. Remember, please call 988 the suicide and crisis lifeline if you need help. NY Times article: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/01/business/acadia-psychiatric-patients-trapped.html Department of Justice press release: https://www.justice.gov/archives/opa/pr/acadia-healthcare-company-inc-pay-1985m-settle-allegations-relating-medically-unnecessary Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2348877/open_sms] Email: insidetheer@gmail.com Website: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com [https://insidetheer.buzzsprout.com/] (episode scripts available there) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/ [https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer [https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer] Bluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/ [https://insidetheer.bsky.social/]

Episode 12: The Killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO

Be forewarned, we will be discussing the killing of Brian Thompson (no graphic detail) and the nefarious practices of the health insurance industry (some graphic detail). Emotions will be elicited. Articles mentioned: https://www.propublica.org/article/evicore-health-insurance-denials-cigna-unitedhealthcare-aetna-prior-authorizations https://www.propublica.org/article/unitedhealth-mental-health-care-denied-illegal-algorithm https://www.propublica.org/article/malpractice-settlements-doctors-working-for-insurance-companies Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2348877/open_sms] Email: insidetheer@gmail.com Website: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com [https://insidetheer.buzzsprout.com/] (episode scripts available there) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/ [https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer [https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer] Bluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/ [https://insidetheer.bsky.social/]

Episode 11: TheVascularGuy

Obtaining vascular access is critical for patient care. Check out my conversation with TheVascularGuy, a vascular access expert and educator. We delve into topics important for patients and clinicians alike. Follow TheVascularGuy on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@thevascularguy], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thevascularguy], and Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@thevascularguy]!  Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2348877/open_sms] Email: insidetheer@gmail.com Website: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com [https://insidetheer.buzzsprout.com/] (episode scripts available there) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/ [https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer [https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheer] Bluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/ [https://insidetheer.bsky.social/]