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Patients at Risk

Patients at Risk exposes the political maneuvering and corporate greed that has led to the replacement of physicians by lesser trained practitioners, including nurse practitioners and physician assistants. As corporations seek to save money and government agencies aim to increase constituent access, minimum qualifications for our nation’s healthcare guardians continue to decline—with deadly consequences. This is a story that has not yet been told, and one that has dangerous repercussions for all Americans.

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Patients at Risk

Powerful patient testimony to Senate committee about importance of physician-led care

October 18, 2025 • Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD • Season 1 • Episode 117

7 year old Betty Wattenbarger died hours after being evaluated by a pediatric nurse practitioner at a pediatric urgent care in Texas. Her father testifies to the Texas Legislature about his experience seeking accountability from the Board of Nursing and why he believes physician-led care matters for patient safety.

Patients at risk video interview with Jeremy Wattenbarger

Part 1 - https://youtu.be/Su43DKxNZoY

Part 2- https://youtu.be/pNSWr1GSBnU

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