Episode description

"Medical error has been declared the third leading cause of death in the literature, and this has been for several decades." - Dr. Julie Siemers

A 45-year nursing veteran reveals shocking statistics about preventable deaths, hospital errors, and patient harm that everyone should know before their next doctor's visit. Dr. Julie Siemers exposes alarming research about surgical mistakes, missed diagnoses, and medication errors, while offering practical strategies to protect yourself and loved ones from becoming victims of a broken healthcare system.

Learn:

* Why 80% of cardiac arrests in hospitals are completely preventable

* The disturbing truth about foreign objects left in surgical patients

* How to effectively question doctors and nurses about treatment plans

* Why bringing an advocate to appointments could save your life

* The critical resource to check your hospital's safety grade before admission

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction and Shocking Statement

(00:42) Welcome to Mind, Body, Health Politics

(01:32) Introducing Julie Seamers and Her Book

(02:46) Julie Seamers' Nursing Journey

(03:57) Medical Errors and Patient Safety

(07:30) The Importance of Patient Advocacy

(11:07) The Role of Family Members as Advocates

(13:41) Hospital Safety Ratings and Questions to Ask

(16:01) Personal Stories and Experiences

(18:30) The Importance of Hand Washing

(33:31) Medication Safety and Communication

(36:21) Final Thoughts and Resources

Resources:

- [HospitalSafetyGrade.org](https://www.hospitalsafetygrade.org/) - Check your hospital's safety rating

- [DrJulieSiemers.com](https://www.drjuliesiemers.com/) - Blog and additional resources

- ["Surviving Your Hospital Stay" by Dr. Julie Siemers](https://www.amazon.ca/Surviving-Your-Hospital-Stay-Educators/dp/B0CKGN6FJC/) - Available on Amazon

- Connect with Dr. Julie: [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliesiemers/) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/drjuliesiemers/)