Under The Scrubs

Send a text Step back into the bizarre world of historical medicine where the cures were often worse than the disease. In this episode, we explore some of the strangest and most dangerous medical practices in history: milk transfusions, Mrs. Winslow’s Soothing Syrup (yes, the one loaded with morphine), cocaine for hay fever, a whale hotel for rheumatism, and even John Wesley’s book of natural cure...

Send a text In this episode, we dive into the messy world of bioethics through two infamous cases: Henrietta Lacks and her immortal HeLa cells and the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment. We unpack how a woman’s cells were taken without consent and changed medicine forever, while an unethical government study left hundreds of Black men untreated in the name of “research.” These stories raise tough questi...

Send a text  What happens when a doctor’s prescription pad becomes more powerful than a drug cartel? In this episode, we dive into the controversial story of Dr. William Hurwitz, the physician once dubbed a pioneer of pain management — and later accused of running what many called a pill mill. From handing out OxyContin, Percocet, and other narcotics like candy, to the legal firestorm that made hi...

Send a text Think raw milk is healthier? Heard sugar makes kids bounce off the walls? Still worried your deodorant or cell phone is giving you breast cancer? In this episode, we’re busting the most common medical myths that just won’t die. From the truth about detox supplements, cracking your knuckles and arthritis, to whether swallowing gum really sticks around in your stomach, we separate fact f...

Send a text In this episode, we crack open the spine-tingling world of chiropractic care — and not just the vertebrae. We dive into the infamous Wilks lawsuit that put chiropractic practice under a legal spotlight, and how it shaped the profession’s fight for legitimacy. Then, we follow two real-world case studies where adjustments didn’t go quite as planned (spoiler: complications aren’t always “...

Send a text Pigs aren’t just for bacon anymore—they might be the future of organ transplants. In this episode, we dive into xenotransplantation, the science of using animal organs (pigs and cows) to save human lives. We’ll cover the groundbreaking cases of pig heart transplants and why researchers think this could solve the organ shortage crisis. If you’ve ever wondered whether science fiction is...

Send a text It's a Two Partah!  In this episode, we are back in the fascinating world of organ donation—from the incredible science behind allografts to the groundbreaking new technology improving organ preservation and transportation. Learn how donated hearts, kidneys, livers, and lungs make their life-saving journeys, from cutting-edge hypothermic perfusion systems to reanimation warming tr...

Send a text In this episode, we dissect what really happens when a patient is referred for organ donation — and why a recent New York Times article got it dangerously wrong. We walk you through the two medical pathways for donation: brain death and circulatory death, explaining how organ procurement is handled ethically, legally, and with care. We also bust common myths about organ donation, like...

Send a text  In this episode, we dive headfirst into the bizarre world of urine therapy—a fringe health practice that claims drinking or applying your own urine can cure everything from acne to cancer. But is there any scientific evidence behind these bold claims? (Spoiler: no.) We'll explore the history of urine therapy, its rise in modern alternative medicine circles, and how pseudoscience...

Send a text In this episode of Memory Not Found , we deep dive into the unsettling but fascinating world of dementia—because apparently losing your keys every day might not be just a quirky personality trait. We break down what dementia actually is, explore its early symptoms, and go over the different types like Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and the lesser-known but...

Send a text In this shocking and eye-opening episode, we delve into some of the most devastating examples of wrong-site surgeries and medical malpractice in North America. From a tragic case in Winnipeg where a patient had the wrong leg amputated, to Sheila North and Jason Kennedy, both victims of wrong-side hip surgeries at the same Winnipeg hospital years apart. These incidents raise serious con...

Send a text In this episode, we dive deep into the rich and complex story of mescaline, the naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in peyote and San Pedro cacti. We explore its sacred use by Indigenous cultures, particularly among Native American tribes, who have used mescaline ceremonially for centuries to foster healing, spiritual connection, and community. From prehistoric rock art to p...

Send a text In this feel-good episode (literally), we dive into How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan and explore the powerful therapeutic potential of MDMA for mental health. From the dusty shelves of the Merck company, to Sasha Sulgan's re-synthesization, to dance floor to the therapist’s couch, MDMA—also known as “Molly” or “Ecstasy”—has transformed from party drug to promising treatme...

Send a text In this mind-bending episode, we dive into the fascinating history and modern science of psilocybin, the powerful psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms. Starting in the sacred mushroom rituals of Mexico, we trace the Western discovery of psilocybin through R. Gordon Wasson and his wife Valentina, whose 1950s journey sparked global curiosity. Learn how Roland Griffiths helped de...

Send a text What if everything you’ve been told about LSD is wrong? In this no-holds-barred episode, we unravel the controversial but promising role of LSD in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. Inspired by Michael Pollan’s groundbreaking book How to Change Your Mind , we explore how psychedelics are rewriting the script on mental health. From the anti-drug propaganda of the past to toda...

Send a text In this brutally honest episode, we dive headfirst into the bizarre world of ivermectin, fenbendazole (aka fenben), and the viral stories that made deworming meds the darlings of anti-science subreddits everywhere. From Joe Tippens’ cancer recovery story that sparked the fenbendazole cancer protocol movement, to the COVID-era obsession with ivermectin as a miracle cure, we separate med...

Send a text In this jaw-dropping (sometimes literally) episode, we peel back the skin on the dark world of botched plastic surgery, killer cosmetic surgeons, and veneer technicians who should probably be in jail. From shady hotel-room buttock injections to self-taught “doctors” with diplomas from Google University, we’re diving deep into the stories that put the die in DIY beauty. We’ll expose the...

Send a text In this brutally honest (and slightly snarky) episode, we peel back the perfectly contoured curtain on the medical aesthetics industry. From overdone lip filler and jawline illusions to the growing buzz around PDO threads and their not-so-glamorous side effects—we’re calling it like it is. We break down the difference between plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery (yes, there’s a big dif...

Send a text  In this weeks episode, we dive deep into the hidden world of the global fertility industry—from legal sperm and egg donation to the alarming rise of black market egg sales, illegal surrogacy, and human trafficking tied to reproductive exploitation. What begins as a promise of helping families grow often spirals into an unregulated system where human eggs are sold illegally, surrogates...

Send a text In this episode, we dive into everything you think you know about vaccines — and what the science actually says. From debunking the most common vaccine myths to breaking down the different types of vaccines (mRNA, live attenuated, inactivated, and more), we're setting the record straight. We also take a closer look at the infamous (and thoroughly debunked) study that falsely linke...

Send a text In our final part to the Michael Swango story, we witness the unraveling of Michael's future as a physician in the United States that will eventually lead him to flee to Africa. The FBI is hot on his tail, waiting for their chance when he returns to US soil so justice can be served. But the only charges that have substance are fraud charges, will they be able to secure murder char...

Send a text In part two of our Michael Swango saga, we journey through the arrest, trial, and sentencing related to the poisoning of seven coworkers. We follow Michael as he desperately tries to avoid his past by running to Virginia and eventually South Dakota after his incarceration. His relationships are tested and failed. Soon Michael learns that despite his ability to adapt to his lies, he can...

Send a text In this chilling episode of Under the Scrubs, we dive into the dark origin story of Dr. Michael Swango—one of the most notorious medical serial killers in American history. Long before he became known as a "Dr. Death," Swango's early life and time in medical school revealed disturbing warning signs that went ignored. Join us as we uncover how a promising young doctor beg...

Send a text James Marion Sims is often called the "Father of Modern Gynecology," but his legacy is fraught with controversy. In this episode, we dive deep into the medical advancements he pioneered and the ethical debates surrounding his experiments on enslaved Black women without anesthesia. Was he a visionary surgeon, or do his methods overshadow his contributions? Join us as we explor...

Send a text In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of ketamine—a substance once known as a party drug that is now revolutionizing mental health treatment, pain management, and anesthesia. We explore how ketamine works in the brain, its use in treating depression, PTSD, and chronic pain, and the science behind ketamine-assisted therapy. From the ER to the clinic to the club scene, we b...