MDs Behind Closed Doors: The Medical Decisions You Weren't Part Of
Episode description
In this episode of Eldercare Sccess, Host, Nancy May bravely shares her family's harrowing experience with the eldercare system, a cautionary tale that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about protecting your loved ones.
With raw honesty and gut-wrenching detail, Nancy exposes the devastating consequences of unchecked medical decisions made without her family's knowledge or consent. Her tragedy unfolds like a nightmare, revealing the harsh reality of a system that can fail even the most vigilant caregivers.
But this isn't just a story of loss and heartbreak. It's a rallying cry for all of us entrusted with the care of aging parents or relatives. Nancy's powerful narrative serves as a wake-up call, reminding us of the critical need for unwavering advocacy and vigilance in every healthcare decision.
Brace yourself as this is a rollercoaster that even brought Nancy to tears as she recorded this episode. It's her family's true story and her continued relentless pursuit of truth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complex world of eldercare, a sobering reminder that the stakes have never been higher.
Key Points:
- Understand the hidden dangers of medical decisions, you might not know about: Learn about outcomes that can occur when doctors make unilateral decisions about an elderly patient's care without adequate family involvement.
- Know when to push back on medical decisions: Discover the importance of advocating for your loved ones, questioning healthcare professionals, and ensuring all decisions align with your parent, or loved one's wishes.
- Challenges of navigating Grief and Guilt: Understand how to cope with the complex emotions of grief and guilt following the loss of a loved one due to questionable medical advice.
Eldercare Success Episode Links & Resources:
- Podcast: Eldercare Success (please share with those you care about)
- Book: How to Survive 911 Medical Emergencies, Step-by-Step Before, During, and After
- Eldercare Success on YouTube
- Eldercare Success, link to ask Nancy a question: There's a small blue tab on the right side of the page that says "Send a Voice Mail Message to Nancy." Click on that and follow the directions on the pop-up. Then send me your comments and questions so that I can answer them on the show.
Host: Nancy A. May has gone from the Boardroom to the Emergency Room to care for her aging parents and educate business owners, corporate employees, and leaders with more strength and confidence in doing well and doing good. Nancy is the five-star author of How to Survive 911 Medical Emergencies, Step-by-Step Before, During, After! and an award-winning expert in managing the complexities of caring for an aging parent or family member, even from over 1200 miles away, or more. For a Free File-of-Life to