Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Benevolence's Bitter Bite 

SUMMARY: 
Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      

This case is a terrifying reminder that an NP can do everything right and things still may go wrong. Dr. Sally K. Miller recounts a story centered around a patient with a persistent and mysterious skin lesion. After a dizzying amount of appointments, referrals, biopsies, and inconclusive examinations spanning years, this case simply slipped through the cracks and ended in disaster. Here, listeners learn what should have been done differently and who truly is at fault in complex healthcare scenarios. 

 
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Series: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses