In this episode, Dr. Kate Dee and regulatory attorney Becky Hsiao delve into two significant medical fraud cases in Washington state. The first case involves Dr. Tami, a Seattle-based doctor who was fined $500,000 for selling unproven stem cell treatments for various diseases, including COVID-19. The second case revisits Dr. Sajan, a cosmetic surgeon who was fined $5 million for a range of fraudulent activities, including forcing patients to sign NDAs, posting fake reviews, and doctoring before and after photos. Becky provides legal insights into these cases, highlighting the importance of consumer protection and the complexities of medical advertising.

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Takeaways

• Stem cell clinics offering unproven treatments are scams and should be avoided.

• Patients should be cautious of false claims made by medical practitioners and seek evidence-based treatments.

• Board certification is an important indicator of a doctor's qualifications and expertise.

• Transparency and honesty are crucial in medical practices, especially when offering experimental treatments.

• Patients should be aware of their rights and be informed consumers of healthcare services. Research providers' credentials and the medical directo

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