Scrubs and Subpoenas

Fitzgerald Health Education Associates

In this limited series podcast, Dr. Sally Miller serves as an expert witness for medical malpractice cases. Each episode, she presents a real medical malpractice case that she’s served on, tells the story from beginning to end, and then dissects the patient scenario piece-by-piece – uncovering the errors that were made that led up to the negative outcome. Listen to powerful discussions about evidence-based practice NPs and clinicians can utilize to avoid mistakes in medicine.​

  1. 11/08/2024

    Fatal Family Flaw

    On the season finale of Scrubs & Subpoenas, we explore a case between a gynecological NP and a patient diagnosed with breast cancer. Who is at fault when a patient declines to speak about a sensitive subject? Is diagnosis possible when a patient refuses care besides treatment of acute conditions? We explore these hypotheticals and more during this episode highlighting the importance of women's cancer screenings, well-woman's visits, and family history disclosure. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DomZ0GO959c&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

  2. 11/01/2024

    The Ulcerated Truth

    The aging process is wildly unpredictable. A person’s health can go from pristine to poor in a matter of months, no matter the  quality of medical care they receive. In this episode, we explore the complicated timeline of a woman who resided in multiple elder care homes before dying due to chronic infection. Learn about this sweeping lawsuit forged against multiple medical entities, and the importance of meticulous documentation and time-sensitive interventions. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0zN4vz4YYU&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

  3. 10/25/2024

    A Whole Handful

    What started as a complaint of hand pain in an elderly patient turned into a full fledged malpractice suit against an NP. In this episode, we examine how ordering the “wrong” test can land a provider in hot water—even if it does not directly lead to a patient’s death. Hear expert witness Sally K. Miller weigh in on whether wrongdoing was really committed, or if this is another case of excessive legal force used in the medical field. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnB4wQigN8s&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

  4. 10/18/2024

    Care In Chaos

    In a psychiatric emergency, every decision is crucial. In this sad case, a patient in metal health crisis lost his life under the care of a medical team—leading to a charge against the attending NP on the scene. We explore this rare instance in which following protocol to a tee isn’t realistic or safe, and how providers must walk a fine line between acting from instinct and following the rules. Listen in for our hosts’ expert takes on what could be done differently in these cases, and where fault truly lies. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMd0M3YIbgg&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

  5. 10/11/2024

    Benevolence's Bitter Bite

    This week’s 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. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Qg7G7g2v8I&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

  6. 10/04/2024

    Marked By Medicine

    When a routine prescription refill goes wrong, an FNP is slapped with a malpractice suit. This episode features a 20 year old female patient permanently scarred by a seemingly “harmless” corticosteroid. We examine how dosing instructions can be open to interpretation, spelling out trouble for patients and providers. While no deaths occurred here, this case is a solemn reminder that going on “autopilot” as an NP can result in disaster. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdY5hCmsYW0&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

  7. 09/27/2024

    Severed Trust

    This episode proves how the arrogance of one healthcare provider can cause irreparable harm. Our case concerns a vascular surgeon vs. a diligent patient, and shines light on how “doing everything right” after suffering an injury may not be enough. Listen in for a candid discussion on the ways NPs can fill in the gaps of care between ailing individuals and the ‘high-level’ medical professionals many people trust with their lives. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0qOEqmTl9o&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

  8. 09/20/2024

    Worst Headache Ever

    When the strong, silent, working class man calls out of work sick—it’s time to pay attention. This case details a story that starts with a simple headache and ends with a premature death due to a catastrophic aneurysm. While hindsight is 20/20 in instances like this, is the implicated healthcare team really to blame? This week, Dr. Sally K. Miller emphasizes the importance of trusting your gut as an NP, and why it’s sometimes worth it to prepare for the worst. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM1lXRTU_S0&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

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About

In this limited series podcast, Dr. Sally Miller serves as an expert witness for medical malpractice cases. Each episode, she presents a real medical malpractice case that she’s served on, tells the story from beginning to end, and then dissects the patient scenario piece-by-piece – uncovering the errors that were made that led up to the negative outcome. Listen to powerful discussions about evidence-based practice NPs and clinicians can utilize to avoid mistakes in medicine.​

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  • Creator
    Fitzgerald Health Education Associates
  • Years Active
    2024
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Scrubs and Subpoenas
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