Inside the ER

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 textEmail: insidetheer@gmail.comWebsite: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com (episode scripts available there)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheerBluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/

Let's discuss the most accurate medical drama ever: The Pitt on HBO Max. The TLDL? Go watch it!Send us a textEmail: insidetheer@gmail.comWebsite: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com (episode scripts available there)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheerBluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/

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.htmlDepartment of Justice press release: https://www.justice.gov/archives/opa/pr/acadia-healthcare-company-inc-pay-1985m-settle-allegations-relating-medically-unnecessarySend us a textEmail: insidetheer@gmail.comWebsite: insidetheer.buzzsprout.com (episode scripts available there)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetheer/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insidetheerBluesky: https://insidetheer.bsky.social/

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-authorizationshttps://www.propublica.org/article/unitedhealth-mental-health-care-denied-illegal-algorithmhttps://www.propublica.org/article/malpractice-settlements-doctors-working-for-insurance-companiesSend us a text Email us at insidetheer@gmail.com. Visit our website at insidetheer.buzzsprout.com (episode scripts available there).

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, Instagram, and Youtube! Send us a text Email us at insidetheer@gmail.com. Visit our website at insidetheer.buzzsprout.com (episode scripts available there).

Seeking psychiatric care isn't easy. How does it work Inside the ER? Let's break it down.If you need help please call 988 the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.Send us a text Email us at insidetheer@gmail.com. Visit our website at https://insidetheer.buzzsprout.com.

What are your wishes in a critical situation? What measures would you or your loved ones want? Let's talk about your options.Follow along with the Maryland MOLST form: https://marylandmolst.org/pages/MolstForm.htmlOur new website: https://insidetheer.buzzsprout.com/

What's a resident? Who are these people wearing white coats? Why are the coats all different lengths? Your questions answered and more!

Boarding is the absolute worst. Let's talk about it! If you get as upset as I am, I've done my job.

When you gotta go, you gotta go...to another hospital. Let's talk about transfers!

Leaving against medical advice, or AMA, can be a risky decision. Let's talk about it!

The final part of our series going over how being a patient in the ER actually works.

Part 2 of our 3 part series going over how being a patient in the ER actually works.

Part 1 of our 3 part series going over how being a patient in the ER actually works.

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