*While caring for her father in the hospital, Randi learned the importance of asking the hard questions
*The standard protocols implemented in the hospital or doctor's office may not be in the best interest of the patient, and you have a right to question them
*What is a "Crap List", and how can it help you build a valuable support team?
*How Randi advocated for her son in the hospital, and how he ultimately addressed his Crohn's Disease
*Three websites where you can find the data that will help you make your own informed decisions
Book: “Questioning Protocol”, by Randi Oster https://www.amazon.com/Questioning-Protocol-navigate-healthcare-confidence/dp/0989912000
Hospital compare: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/
Medwatch (Report an adverse event): https://www.fda.gov/safety/medwatch-fda-safety-information-and-adverse-event-reporting-program
FDA Adverse event reporting system (FAERS): https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-approvals-and-databases/fda-adverse-event-reporting-system-faers
*You can connect with Randi Oster on LinkedIn
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