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by Soft Skills Media
The Medical Detectives is a weekly podcast where medicine meets mystery—told by the very people who’ve lived it. Hosted by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Erin Nance and content creator Anna O’Brien, each episode unravels strange and surprising medical tales from the people who lived through them. Think of it as a detective story—only here, the clues are hidden in blood tests, x-rays, and patient files. From curious, unsolved diagnoses to behind-the-scenes accounts of what really goes on in hospital corridors, Anna and Dr. Nance guide you through the ups, downs, and jaw-dropping moments of life in the medical world. Dr. Nance brings her professional insight as a practicing physician committed to uncovering disparities in healthcare, while Anna shares her experiences as a patient navigating a complex system. In every episode you’ll hear first hand stories from guests who’ve confronted real medical puzzles on the relentless search for answers in a system that doesn’t always have them. Dr. Nance brings her insider expertise, while Anna uses her own patient experiences to spot the heart of every story. Together, they explore the suspense, the drama, and sometimes even the humor, behind solving these real-life medical mysteries. Whether you’re a curious mind, an avid true-crime fan, or someone who’s been left in the dark by confusing diagnoses, The Medical Detectives shines a light on the unexplained. Listen in each week to learn, to question, and to be amazed by the strange but true cases that prove sometimes the most gripping mysteries unfold in hospital corridors.
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I’m a pharmacist, 22 years on the job and I love listening to these stories! Sometimes I have an idea of where we’re headed and sometimes I’m along for the mystery ride. Dr. Erin has a wonderful way of explaining things so everyone can understand.
Thank you for sharing the stories of patients that have lived with these conditions for many before receiving answers. You are bringing awareness to issues that so many face but struggle to be understood.
I really look forward to this show every week. The stories are detailed and well told and I am always fascinated by the amount of rare diseases there are. It’s always interesting and informative. One of my favorite podcasts!
I was brought to tears listening to Anna bravely share her story. I am in my early 40’s and dealing with a recent-ish Lipoedema myself. This disease is so misunderstood and blamed on the person suffering with few solutions offered. Shame does not help anyone. Compassion does. Thank you for sharing, Anna, and to you and Dr N for providing a platform for other who have felt abused/gaslighted by Big Medicine and Big Pharma.
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