Stay Off My Operating Table® Podcast with Dr. Philip Ovadia

The medical establishment often perpetuates outdated or incorrect information, and it's crucial to challenge deeply held assumptions to improve patient care and health outcomes.

Dr. Marty Makary discusses the pervasive issue of medical dogma and its impact on patient care. Dr. Makary, a surgeon and public health expert, challenges long-held medical assumptions and highlights the importance of evidence-based medicine.

NOTABLE QUOTE - "Medical dogma can take on a life of its own. And in this case, 50 million American women, including my mom, have been denied hormone therapy over the last two decades because of this medical dogma."

The episode also touches on the potential role of AI in medicine, the importance of addressing root causes of health issues, and the need for a more holistic approach to patient care. Dr. Makary's new book, Blind Spots: When Medicine Gets It Wrong and What It Means for Our Health, is discussed as a resource for both medical professionals and patients.

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