207: A Parent’s Worst Nightmare: Autumn’s Medical Kidnapping Story Part I

In this heart wrenching episode, Dr. Stanton Hom sits down with Hope Schachter to unravel her harrowing experience of medical kidnapping involving her daughter, Autumn. The conversation navigates through the intricate and often distressing healthcare system, dealing with Child Protective Services (CPS), and enduring invasive medical procedures without consent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Listeners will gain insights into the emotional toll, systemic challenges, and hopeful resilience in advocating for a child's well-being. Additionally, the episode explores deeper issues such as medical tyranny, trauma-informed care, and the financial incentives driving healthcare policies that affect families nationwide.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:45 The Topic of Medical Kidnapping
01:34 Hope's Background and Autumn's Initial Symptoms
05:56 Urgent Care Visits and Initial Diagnosis
08:04 Emergency Room and Hospital Transfer
12:29 Lucille Packard Hospital Experience
14:33 Autumn's Decline and Parental Concerns
18:51 Dialysis and Medical Decisions
35:34 CPS Involvement and Legal Struggles
42:30 The Terrifying Reality of Medical Collusion
43:50 Autumn's Struggle with Intubation and Ventilation
47:14 The Battle for Autumn's Nutrition and Weight Management
49:39 The Fight to Bring Autumn Home
53:21 The Aftermath and Continued Struggles
56:13 Reflections on Trauma and Medical Practices
01:03:47 The Broader Implications of Medical Kidnapping
01:16:15 Concluding Thoughts and Future Conversations