About this episode
Takeaways Direct-to-consumer lab testing is on the rise, with significant marketing efforts behind it. Many patients feel brushed off by traditional healthcare providers, leading them to seek alternative testing options. Communication between patients and healthcare providers is often inadequate, contributing to misunderstandings about health. Over-testing can lead to unnecessary anxiety and misinterpretation of results. Fitness influencers often promote lab testing without proper medical training, which can be harmful. There is a need for ethical practices in lab testing and patient care. Patients should be cautious of companies that upsell supplements based on lab results. The healthcare system often fails to provide adequate time for patient concerns to be addressed. Understanding lab results requires skilled interpretation, which is often lacking in direct-to-consumer models. A collaborative approach among healthcare professionals is necessary to improve patient outcomes. Click to join Dr. Spencer's online clinic if you need help with this Click here to check out Barbell Medicine Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.