The Doctors discuss the option for providers to opt out of Medicare, why physicians would do so, and what this means for the healthcare system.

Information on this can be found at MedicareInteractive.org

The Doctors discuss the recent nursing strike in New York City. More than seven thousand nurses connected to hospitals in Manhattan and the Bronx, and while resolved, the issue highlights a shortage of nursing staff nationwide.

Co-host Kelly McCormack offers her own experiences as a Nurse Practitioner, the inequities in pay and ongoing issues with insurance are also examined.

Season 2 of "Medical Matters" begins with an examination of the Damar Hamlin case. Drs. Peter Brier and Kelly McCormack discuss the collapse of the Buffalo Bills player from cardiac arrest during a nationally-televised game, the prevalence of such episodes, and what it means, not only for sports, but heart health.

The doctors continue their in-depth discussion of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia, and drug treatments.

Kelly and Peter discuss the recent US Supreme Court ruling, Ruan vs. United States, which James Romoser documents here:

https://www.scotusblog.com/2022/10/the-other-supreme-court-ruling-with-big-repercussions-for-u-s-health-care/

Find out the doctor's takes here on Medical Matters Podcast.

Kelly and Peter discuss Medicare Advantage Plans, what they mean, and how they are administered.

The doctors discuss issues with hospitals, including costs and related issues that are causing potential failure. In addition, this week's Did You Know segment reminds us of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The doctors discuss Alzeheimer's Disease and Dementia, including causes, and potential treatments.

On this episode, Peter and Kelly discuss lowering life expectancy rates. Also, in our 
"Did You Know" segment, a reminder that September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. 

A reminder: the National Crisis Hotline, available at all times, is 9-8-8.

This week, Peter and Kelly discuss the extreme work hours undergone by physicians and medical professionals.