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Podcast: The Podcast by KevinMD
Episode: Surviving medical madness: a mother’s harrowing tale
Description: Join us as we speak with Laura Buchman, a patient advocate and author of NERVE: Surviving Medical Madness. Laura shares her harrowing personal experiences with the medical system, including the overwhelming shock of seeing her son hospitalized with severe acute hyponatremia. She delves into the emotional rollercoaster of advocating for her son’s care, the challenges of communication with medical professionals, and the complexities of treating young adults. Laura's story is a powerful testament to the importance of patient advocacy and the need for compassionate, individualized care in our health care system. Laura Buchman is a patient ad...