Scrubs and Subpoenas

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&a...

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 import...

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 le...

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. Li...

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, li...

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 “autop...

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 man...

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...

A brief stay in a county correctional facility led to the sudden and mysterious death of a young inmate. While many questions around this fatality remain unanswered, solid documentation by attending nursing staff was a strong defense in court. In this episode, Dr. Sally K. Miller recounts her expert testimony from this emotionally charged case, including pushback from an unqualified consulting phy...

This week on Scrubs & Subpoenas, we dive into the largest malpractice case ever filed against a nurse practitioner. This story begins with a young family NP working alone in a rural, four bed emergency room, caring for a patient rushed in after a syncopal event and a subsequent head injury sustained in the ER. Lack of resources and ineffective protocol blocked proper care for this patient, lea...

This week on Scrubs & Subpoenas, we dive into the largest malpractice case ever filed against a nurse practitioner. This story begins with a young family NP working alone in a rural, four bed emergency room, caring for a patient rushed in after a syncopal event and a subsequent head injury sustained in the ER. Lack of resources and ineffective protocol blocked proper care for this patient, lea...

This August, we're turning up the heat with our fan favorite Fridays. Get ready to revisit the most loved episodes as chosen by you, our amazing listeners. Tune in each week for the best of the best... captivating cases, riveting discussions, and the stories that made a splash. She felt a searing pain in her chest. Dismissed as stress or a GI issue. A family that wasn't prepared for the...

This August, we're turning up the heat with our fan favorite Fridays. Get ready to revisit the most loved episodes as chosen by you, our amazing listeners. Tune in each week for the best of the best... captivating cases, riveting discussions, and the stories that made a splash. A rising college athlete, her future as bright as the stadium lights. A seemingly minor spot became a monster, devou...

This August, we're turning up the heat with our fan favorite Fridays. Get ready to revisit the most loved episodes as chosen by you, our amazing listeners. Tune in each week for the best of the best... captivating cases, riveting discussions, and the stories that made a splash.   Maybe it’s just a headache, too much stress, just part of being an adult. But the truth lurked beneath, a silent p...

This August, we're turning up the heat with our fan favorite Fridays. Get ready to revisit the most loved episodes as chosen by you, our amazing listeners. Tune in each week for the best of the best... captivating cases, riveting discussions, and the stories that made a splash. The charts lied, the tests deceived, but her body screamed the truth. Join Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty memb...

Fan Favorite Friday:  This August, we're turning up the heat with our fan favorite Fridays. Get ready to revisit the most loved episodes as chosen by you, our amazing listeners. Tune in each week for the best of the best... captivating cases, riveting discussions, and the stories that made a splash.   When a seemingly harmless act of kindness takes a dark turn, a dedicated APRN finds herself...

They say, "If you didn't chart it, it didn't happen." But how true is this medical motto? Host Jannah and expert witness Dr. Sally Miller discuss the implications of charting omission, and how the fine details of patient records can be used to sway juries. Tune in for a deep dive into the ways documentation can make or break medical malpractice cases. --- YouTube: https://www.y...

They say, "If you didn't chart it, it didn't happen." But how true is this medical motto? Host Jannah and expert witness Dr. Sally Miller discuss the implications of charting omission, and how the fine details of patient records can be used to sway juries. Tune in for a deep dive into the ways documentation can make or break medical malpractice cases. --- YouTube: https://www.y...

A series of inconclusive tests muddied the waters of a patient's heart health and ultimately resulted in a life-altering stroke. In this episode, Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty member and expert witness, shares this tragic account of a patient "falling through the cracks" of the healthcare industry. Learn how you can use your power as an NP to support patients through each sta...

A seemingly routine case of back pain turns sinister. A young woman endures months of dismissal and dismissive treatments. Numbness creeps in, ignored by the one who should be her advocate. Finally, a shocking truth emerges, a hidden malignancy feeding on wasted time. Join Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty member and expert witness, for this 2-part episode where she’ll  peel away the layers of...

A seemingly routine case of back pain turns sinister. A young woman endures months of dismissal and dismissive treatments. Numbness creeps in, ignored by the one who should be her advocate. Finally, a shocking truth emerges, a hidden malignancy feeding on wasted time. Join Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty member and expert witness, for this 2-part episode where she’ll  peel away the layers of...

Did an FNP's decision lead to sepsis? Join Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty member and expert witness, as she dissects a malpractice case that questions the line between a NP’s role and a surgeon's. Was it a lapse in judgment or a scope of practice issue? We explore the murky waters of training, competence, and where the buck stops in healthcare. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/...

A seemingly healthy senior, a routine checkup, and a simple weigh-in takes a disastrous turn. But who's to blame? Join Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty member and expert witness, as she dives into a surprising medical malpractice case involving a medical assistant and the practice. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGjk0WC6yzM&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

A simple vaginal lesion? Or is there more than meets the eye? Join Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty member and expert witness, as she exposes a tragic case of misdiagnosis and missed opportunities—and a stark reminder for thoroughness and vigilance in healthcare. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fud4ncxnPfQ&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq7ulhFgs9CqJeed6m4gEq1w

A young patient in detox suffers a fatal outcome after a routine medication. A malpractice lawsuit alleges a deadly drug interaction caused by a nurse practitioner's oversight. Join Dr. Sally Miller, Fitzgerald faculty member and expert witness, as she dives into the complicated case, questioning if the NP was truly at fault. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAFWZ8guauc&list=P...