215: Dr Peter Kowey Exposes the Failure to Treat

In this eye-opening episode of Meredyth With a Why, I sit down with world-renowned cardiologist, professor, and author, Dr. Peter Kowey to uncover the truth about what's really happening inside America's broken healthcare system and what it means for all of us. This conversation hit home for me. As someone who's personally navigated hospitals with loved ones and seen the chaos firsthand, I wanted to understand why our healthcare system feels so impossible to trust and what can actually be done to fix it. Here's what we dig into: ➡️ The collapse of U.S. healthcare — why hospitals are closing, costs are exploding, and how these problems reach every patient, even those with "good insurance." ➡️ Profit over patients — how corporate healthcare, private equity, and profit-driven policies are destroying real patient care. ➡️ Becoming your own advocate — why you should never go to the doctor alone, how to prepare questions, record appointments, and make sure nothing gets missed. ➡️ The human connection that's missing — how our medical schools are failing to teach empathy and communication, and what that means for the next generation of doctors. ➡️ Holistic healing that works — from nutrition and mindset to preventive care and emotional wellness, we talk about what truly creates lasting health. ➡️ Why real change starts with us — how we can use our voices, votes, and awareness to demand reform in a system that's meant to heal, not harm. This episode is raw, real, and full of insight. It's about accountability, compassion, and hope, for our families, our doctors, and the future of healthcare itself. Tune in! — 00:00 Introducing Dr. Peter Kowey 03:17 Challenges in the Healthcare System 15:10 Healthcare System Mismanagement and Solutions 26:43 Trust in the Medical Profession 31:11 Trust Issues with Doctors and the Healthcare System 36:21 The Need for a Holistic Approach in Medical Education 45:41 The Impact of Doctors' Words and Actions 54:38 The Importance of Patient Advocacy 57:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts — Ready to dive even deeper? I'm handing you the keys to the castle! If you loved this episode and want more, don't forget to hit subscribe so you never miss out! Let's stay connected. Find me on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.   🔗  Connect with Dr. Peter Kowey Website: www.peterkoweyauthor.com/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/peterkowey.md/  Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@peterkowey_author  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@PeterR.KoweyMD