Dr. Welch argues that excessive medical intervention often harms more than it helps, citing cases like unnecessary tests leading to complications or death — illustrated by an elderly patient subjected to invasive, futile procedures. Early cancer screenings frequently detect slow growing ("turtles") or untreatable ("birds") cancers, resulting in overdiagnosis (e.g., prostate/breast cancer) and unnecessary treatments … Continue reading Rethinking medical care with Dr. H. Gilbert Welch’s “Less Medicine, More Health”
Dr. H. Gilbert Welch’s book “Overdiagnosed” warns about the dangers of being diagnosed with conditions you don’t have
In recent years, the medical community has become increasingly concerned about overdiagnosis, a situation where individuals are diagnosed with conditions that may never cause symptoms or harm. Overdiagnosis has significant implications for patients, doctors and the healthcare system. It raises questions about the balance between proactive healthcare and unnecessary treatment. Dr. H. Gilbert Welch's book … Continue reading Dr. H. Gilbert Welch’s book “Overdiagnosed” warns about the dangers of being diagnosed with conditions you don’t have
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