Hospital Survival Guide: How to Avoid Medication Errors, Infections, & Misdiagnoses | Julie Siemers

Frightening statistics show that one in four older patients experience harm in hospitals, often from preventable medication errors, infections, or misdiagnoses. Your life, or the life of a loved one, can depend on knowing how to advocate for proper care when the system fails.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Julie Siemers, a nurse educator with 40 years of experience, about navigating the complex and sometimes hazardous hospital environment. She reveals the top causes of patient harm and gives practical, life-saving strategies to ensure you or your family members receive the safe, effective care you deserve.

We discuss the simple questions you should ask about medications, how to insist on basic safety protocols, and what to do when you feel pressured or ignored by medical staff.

" The hospital really is the last place you wanna be." ~ Julie Siemers

In This Episode:
- Julie's nursing background
- Top causes of death in hospitals
- How to prevent dangerous medication errors
- Preventing hospital-acquired infections
- How to avoid diagnostic errors and medical coercion
- How to choose the safest hospital
- Tools for effective advocacy
- Real stories of surgical mistakes
- Concerns over new nurse competency
- The financial cost of patient harm

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About Dr. Julie Siemers:
Dr. Julie Siemers, DNP, RN, brings more than four decades of nursing experience across trauma, oncology, ER, and education. Her doctoral work focused on reducing patient harm and improving hospital safety systems. Today, she advocates for patient empowerment through public speaking, writing, and teaching, helping families recognize and prevent medical errors. Learn more at https://drjuliesiemers.com/

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