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In this gripping episode, Hannah dives into the horrifying true story of Dr. Death, Christopher Duntsch, the neurosurgeon who left a trail of devastation in operating rooms across Texas. Despite his prestigious medical background, Duntsch's reckless and incompetent surgical techniques led to catastrophic patient outcomes, including paralysis, chronic pain, and even death.

We explore how Dr. Christopher Duntsch manipulated the medical system, evading accountability despite multiple warnings and malpractice claims. In part one we cover the beginning of Duntsch's medical career, discuss a handful of victims and their suffering from his incompetence, and the two doctors who took matters into their own hands to stop him.

Tune in as we break down this shocking case of medical malpractice, the loopholes in the healthcare system that allowed Duntsch to operate for years, and the lasting impact on his victims. If you're fascinated by true crime in medicine, surgical scandals, and the dark side of the healthcare industry, this episode is a must-listen!

Resources:

https://www.propublica.org/article/dr-death-christopher-duntsch-a-surgeon-so-bad-it-was-criminal

https://time.com/6080714/dr-death-true-story/

https://fifthavenuehealthcareservices.com/dr-duntsch-dr-death-part-1/

https://www.tdcaa.com/journal/taking-down-dr-death/

https://www.oxygen.com/true-crime-buzz/who-were-the-victims-of-dr-christopher-duntsch

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In this episode, Hannah dives deep into Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 receptor agonists, the groundbreaking medications transforming weight loss and type 2 diabetes management. We explore how GLP-1 drugs work, their benefits, side effects, and the latest research on their impact beyond diabetes—the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also look into the lawsuits that are being brought up and might threaten the future of the medication.

Join us as we break down the science behind semaglutide and similar medications, discuss who might benefit from them, and explore alternative methods when it comes to weight loss. Whether you're considering Ozempic for weight loss, curious about long-term effects, or just want to stay informed on the latest diabetes treatments, this episode has you covered!

Resources:

https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/semaglutide-weight-loss-what-you-need-know#:~:text=Semaglutide%20belongs%20to%20a%20class,ways%20to%20manage%20the%20demand.

https://www.news-medical.net/health/How-Does-Semaglutide-Work-to-Lose-Weight.aspx

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5397288/

https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMoa2032183

https://www.medpagetoday.com/special-reports/exclusives/112138

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/remi-bader-shares-ozempic-experience-rcna65527

https://www.epicresearch.org/articles/many-patients-maintain-weight-loss-a-year-after-stopping-semaglutide-and-liraglutide

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/ozempic-muscle-mass-loss

https://www.insurance.ca.gov/0400-news/0100-press-releases/archives/release088-17.cfm

https://www.lawsuit-information-center.com/ozempic-gastroparesis-lawsuit.html

https://www.insurance.ca.gov/0400-news/0100-press-releases/archives/release088-17.cfm

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2822453

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaotolaryngology/article-abstract/2829462

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/fullarticle/2820255

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/expert-answers/phentermine/faq-20057940

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8314402/#sec4

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PM

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In this gripping episode, Hannah tells you the shocking history of lobotomies—one of the most infamous and controversial medical procedures of the 20th century. From its origins in the 1930s to its widespread use as a "miracle cure" for mental illness, we uncover the rise and fall of this devastating neurosurgical practice. Learn about Dr. António Egas Moniz, the Nobel Prize-winning psychiatrist behind the procedure, and how lobotomies were popularized in the U.S. by Dr. Walter Freeman. We’ll discuss the science (or lack thereof) behind the surgery, the tragic stories of patients, and how public outcry and medical advancements eventually led to its decline.

Join us as we unravel the disturbing past of lobotomies, examining how misguided medical innovations can have lasting consequences. If you’re fascinated by the history of medicine, psychology, and the ethics of treatment, this episode is a must-listen.

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Resources:

António Egas Moniz https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4291941/

Walter Jackson Freeman II https://www.britannica.com/biography/Walter-Jackson-Freeman-II

Rosemarie Kennedy https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/about-jfk/the-kennedy-family/rosemary-kennedy

“The Lobotomist” Documentary: produced and directed by Barak Goodman and John Maggio ; written by Barak Goodman ; an Ark Media film. (2008). The lobotomist. Boston, MA : Alexandria, VA :WGBH Educational Foundation ; PBS Home Video,

My Lobotomy: A Memoir. Written by Howard Dully & Charles Fleming.

Today’s versions of lobotomy https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-a-lobotomy#psychosurgery-uses

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Join Hannah as she explores the world of kratom. Is this a life changing supplement or is this a form of gas station heroin that will add fuel to a growing narcotic epidemic in our nation? Touching on kratom legality, do we outlaw kratom like the FDA wants to as a Schedule 1 drug to try and protect people, or do we start pushing for more education and research to see if this can make a difference in the pain relief field? Two people came forward to share their stories; one story is told to highlight the kratom risks, another story told to show the kratom benefits. Tune in this week to learn about both sides of the story, and drop your comments or thoughts to our Instagram @underthescrubspodcast.

References:

National Institute on Drug Abuse https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/kratom

Tampa Bay Times https://project.tampabay.com/investigations/deadly-dose/kratom-overdose-deaths-florida-mitragynine-testing/

American Kratom Association https://www.americankratom.org/

School of Pharmacy at Concordia University Wisconsin https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/61858fcec654303987617512/63e57f467b5544fd67687f78_Concordia%20University%20Wisconsin-%20Eight%20Factor%20Analysis%20-%20CWC%20-%2012-07-22.pdf

Christophers Organic Botanicals https://christophersorganicbotanicals.com/kratom-from-health-food-stores-to-controversy/

MIT45 KCPA https://mit45.com/blog/kratom-consumer-protection-act/

Caron Treatment Centers https://www.caron.org/addiction-101/drug-use/types-of-kratom

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Join us for our first episode where Hannah dives into 8 different abhorrent stories of EMTALA violations and the patients that suffered at the hands of the organizations that were supposed to help them. We tour North Carolina, Tennesse, Alabama, Florida, Nebraska, and Texas while only scraping the tip of the iceberg in the long list of EMTALA violations. New episodes posted every Tuesday!

DISCLAIMER: All stories are pulled from the internet and are public record. Names have been changed or made up to add to the story for storytelling purposes.

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