281 - Blind spots in modern medicine, with Dr Marty Makary
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On this week’s episode Dr Louise is joined by Dr Marty Makary, Johns Hopkins professor, member of the National Academy of Medicine and bestselling author.
Together they discuss the impact of the Women’s Health Initiative study on women’s hormone health, menopause education for healthcare professionals and the importance of patient-centred care that focuses on root causes, rather than just symptoms.
Dr Marty talks about his new book Blind Spots, and the importance of asking big questions in medicine.
You can follow Dr Marty on Instagram @martymakary, and TikTok @marty.makary
For more information on Newson Health, click here.
Dr Louise Newson’s first-ever live theatre tour, Hormones and Menopause – The Great Debate, runs until 12 November. For more information and tickets, click here.