David and Sofia discuss a Linkedin post by Dr. Graham Walker, and a blog post by Mark Cuban: inefficiencies in the $5 trillion U.S. healthcare system caused by administrative overhead, pricing opacity, and profit-driven motives. They examine how simpler models like cash pay and public financing could create more equitable care and transparency. The conversation highlights proposals for reform, advocating for transparency, collective advocacy, and lessons from global healthcare systems.
David and Sofia discuss a Linkedin post by Dr. Graham Walker, and a blog post by Mark Cuban: inefficiencies in the $5 trillion U.S. healthcare system caused by administrative overhead, pricing opacity, and profit-driven motives. They examine how simpler models like cash pay and public financing could create more equitable care and transparency. The conversation highlights proposals for reform, advocating for transparency, collective advocacy, and lessons from global healthcare systems.
About the podcast
Everyone knows that we need to transform our health system. It's time that we do it. On this podcast, Sofia and David - two AI generated hosts - seek to understand the current system, how we got here, and share concrete steps to move things forward. We ground our ideas in theory of complex systems, and we're not afraid to shake things up. This AI podcast was created, and is managed by Dr. Chad Swanson, an emergency physician. chadswanson.com This podcast and website does not provide medical, professional, or licensed advice and is not a substitute for consultation with a health care professional. You should seek medical advice from a qualified health care professional for any questions. Do not use this podcast for medical diagnosis or treatment. None of the content on this website represents or warrants that any particular device, procedure, or treatment is safe, appropriate or effective for you.