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Episode: 'Cruel and Stupid?' How our healthcare system affects doctors and patients
Description: Join host Brenda Gazzar as she explores how our ultra-complicated healthcare system affects doctors and their patients. Dr. Paul Song, radiation oncologist and president of Physicians for a National Health Program – California, details the everyday health insurance hassles physicians face. And Dr. Ron Birnbaum, dermatologist at the USC-Eisner Family Clinic, explains how the type of health plan you have determines the care you get and the impact this has on patients with potentially life-threatening conditions. Learn why Dr. Song and Dr. Birnbaum believe Medicare for All is the answer. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!