As an experienced doctor, I know the secrets and insiders of the medical field. In this article, I will reveal some secrets that doctors will not reveal for you, and take you through the knowledge points and mysteries in the field of medicine. Let's explore this mysterious world together!
Secret 1: The story behind drug development.
Drug development is a long and complex process that often takes more than a decade. In this process, thousands of compounds are screened out, and only a handful of them end up being commercially available. And for those compounds that fail to make it into drugs, their R&D costs are often passed on to the end consumer. This is one of the reasons why new drugs** remain high.
Secret 2: The truth about medical journals.
Research published in medical journals** seems to be full of authority, but did you know? A lot of the writing and publication of ** is actually done by funding from pharmaceutical companies. This means that these ** may be biased towards articulating the pharmaceutical company's products or ideas. When reading medical journals, we need to keep critical thinking and not blindly believe everything.
Secret 3: Hidden risks of surgery.
Surgical risks are issues that both doctors and patients have to face. However, many doctors do not detail all the possible risks to the patient before surgery. This is because they fear that too much information will cause panic and anxiety in patients. In fact, patients have the right to know all the risks so that they can make more informed decisions.
Secret 4: Power play in the doctor-patient relationship.
In the doctor-patient relationship, doctors tend to have more information and power. They decide on the ** regimen, and the patient can only choose to accept or reject. This asymmetrical relationship puts patients at a disadvantage in medical decision-making. To change this, we should encourage patients to actively participate in decision-making and improve their health literacy.
Secret 5: The unspoken rules in the hospital.
In many hospitals, there are some unspoken rules. For example, in the case of the phenomenon of "greetings" between doctors, patients often need to get better through relationships or gifts. This phenomenon not only damages the doctor-patient relationship, but can also lead to an unfair distribution of resources. We should work to eliminate these unspoken rules and make medical resources equitable for every patient.
Secret 6: The concealment of medical errors.
Medical errors are an unavoidable problem in the healthcare industry. However, many hospitals and doctors choose to hide medical mistakes in order to protect their reputations. Not only is this unfair to patients, but it can also lead to a decline in the quality of care. We should establish a sound mechanism for reporting and handling medical errors so that errors can be detected and corrected in a timely manner.
Secret 7: Medicare is greasy.
Medical insurance exists to reduce the medical burden on patients. However, many insurance companies set various thresholds and restrictions during the claims process, making it difficult for patients to get the compensation they deserve. In addition, insurance companies will also refuse or reduce the amount of compensation through various means. When choosing health insurance, we should carefully read the terms of the contract so as not to fall into the trap.
Secret 8: Limitations of medical research.
Medical research is the best way to find disease, but did you know? Many of the findings are limited by study design and sample size and are not fully applicable to everyone. Therefore, when we look at medical research, we should treat it rationally and not blindly believe or question it.
In the process of revealing these secrets, we must not only pay attention to the problems of the medical industry, but also pay attention to the doctor-patient relationship, patient rights and other aspects. Only in this way can we build a more fair and transparent healthcare environment, so that everyone can receive the care and respect they deserve.
In closing, I would like to emphasize that the field of medicine is full of knowledge and mysteries, and we should be in awe. In the process of pursuing health, we should believe in science, treat medical advice rationally, and at the same time pay attention to our physical condition and develop good lifestyle habits. Only in this way can we have a healthy body and mind.
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