Podcast: Back Away From All the Surgery, Bro

On over-diagnosis and overtreatment

Paul and Howard talk about the tendency of the healthcare system to overdiagnose and overprescribe treatments for non-severe conditions. Howard shares insights on common age-related changes in the body that are often mistaken for serious issues, most of which will never require surgery. They talk about the critical role of patient education in managing expectations and reducing unnecessary interventions. And ... second opinions, second opinions, second opinions. Just do it.

00:00 Introduction
00:25 Understanding Patient Concerns and Pain
01:43 Healthcare as a Business
03:18 The Importance of Activity and Exercise
08:17 Age-Appropriate Conditions and Overdiagnosis
16:23 Patient Psychology and Decision Making

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