Doctors have a condition called groupthink--the unexamined opinions, never (or poorly) tested scientifically, that medical professionals and health policy-makers decide upon--and it causes unnecessary suffering. For instance, do any of these ideas sound familiar?
* Whether born by c-section or vaginally, outcomes are the same for babies.
* opiods aren't addictive.
* appendicitis must be treated by appendectomy.
* children shouldn't have peanuts until they're at least 3 years old.
* antibiotics have no downside.
* hormone replacement therapy causes breast cancer.
These recommendations and many more were based largely upon unexamined ideas. And in recent years we've been learning through well-designed science that they made patients sicker.
Dr. Marty Makary is a public health researcher and bestselling author whose new book, _Blind Spots: When Medicine Gets it Wrong and What It Means for Our Health_, is an incredibly accessible exploration of the pitfalls of medical groupthink and the importance of questioning deeply held assumptions in medicine. It explores how medical training often suppresses big-picture thinking and critical questioning. Co-hosts M2 Alex Nigg, PA2 Julie Vuong, and M3 Jeff Goddard, and M2 Fallon Jungtalk with Dr Makary about the disconnect between what’s practiced in medicine and science, the dangers of dismissing new ideas due to fear of association with discredited concepts, and the significance of maintaining scientific objectivity. The episode combines personal anecdotes, practical advice for navigating medical school, and a thought-provoking discussion on improving transparency and trust in healthcare. Join us for an engaging exploration of the critical issues in modern medicine and the role of young doctors in driving change.
00:00 Intro
02:36 Welcome Back to the Short Coat Podcast
03:24 Introducing Dr. Marty Makary
04:24 Medical Groupthink and Blind Spots
06:50 Challenges in Medical Education
09:38 Environmental Health Concerns
12:06 Funding and Research Obstacles
27:34 Persistence in Medical Research
31:49 Scientific Standards in Medicine
32:44 The Impact of Antibiotics on Children's Health
35:22 The Microbiome and Birth Methods
38:13 Ethical Considerations in Medical Practices
44:08 Challenges in Medical Research and Education
58:41 Public Trust and Transparency in Medicine
01:04:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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