Explore the Ins and Outs of Health Care with the Best Medical Podcasts to Stream in 2022

Ever wonder about the phenomenon of the Fasting Girls? Or maybe you're intrigued by all the different types of fevers? Get ready to delve into the wide world of medical history with Ang, travel nurse and self-described professional gypsy. On Dissecting Medical History, she hosts a weekly trip back in time and around the world to explore curious diseases and cures, introducing listeners to interesting medical professionals from the past along the way. Each podcast episode tells a story in a way that's as accessible as it is riveting.

Want to know the real, and really unusual, ailment that made King George III "mad"? Or maybe you'd like to hear about how two inebriated German physicians in the 1890s wound up revolutionizing anesthesia? On Poor Historians, join Aaron, Max, and Mike—three practicing emergency physicians—for a fun, tongue-in-cheek look at wild tales from medical history. The hosts offer a modern perspective on the old ways of medicine that's not only hilarious but also enlightening.

Okay, so this podcast won’t actually kill you, but it covers lots of very real things—fad diets, parasitic worms, leptospirosis, arsenic, and more—that could, in fact, lead to your demise. Each week on This Podcast Will Kill You, ecologists and epidemiologists Erin Welsh and Erin Allmann Updyke tackle a different disease or toxin, examining its history, its biology, and how worried we should be about it today. A fun duo and well-informed, the Erins are also passionate about the medical field, and their enthusiasm really shines in each episode.

If you know anything about the history of medicine, diseases, medical discoveries, and doctors, then you know it can get, well, pretty weird. On the podcast Disease Death and Doctors, the Honorable Doctor John and the Less Honorable Doctor Guy aren't afraid to get into the more bizarre aspects of medical history, including everything from the "Kissing Bug" and its disgusting way of spreading Chagas Disease to the African American credited with performing the first successful open heart surgery—with his bare hands. Join them twice monthly as they explore and discuss a totally non-chronological history of medicine.

On Ramblings with a Medical Historian, host Nicole Curry shares her fascination with the history of medicine. from the Renaissance men who developed the study of anatomy to amputations during the War of 1812 and beyond. This podcast covers it all—from practices to practitioners, misconceptions, and more. Curry also chats about working in a medical museum and her passion for reenacting medical history—including one of those infamous 17th-century amputations.

The history of medicine hasn't always been the most ethical. Every Friday, Lillee Izadi and TJ Mckay discuss some of the most scandalous criminal malpractice cases in history on their gripping podcast. Ethical Side Effects delivers the perfect mix of history, true crime, and medicine, and it doesn't shy away from some of the most horrifying moments of medical history either. From a mistaken double mastectomy to mutilated genitalia to organ transplants gone wrong, this no-holds-barred podcast is guaranteed to make your jaw drop.

Are you a fan of both true crime and medical mysteries? Then MedCrimes is a must-listen. Join storytellers Devon, a registered nurse, and Kate, a nurse practitioner, as they dive into some of the most sinister true crimes committed in the world of medicine. This podcast covers a wide range of cases, from Elizabeth Holmes and the rise and fall of Theranos to Robert Courtney, an ex-pharmacist who diluted thousands of doses of life-saving medications, to Dr. Howard Schneider, who earned the nickname the sadistic villain of pediatric dentistry.

If you're a health care provider looking for a safe space in the podcast world made just for you, then tune into Healthcare Provider Happy Hour. On each weekly episode, host Jennifer George invites health care providers to relax and unapologetically be themselves. Acknowledging how stressful and draining working on the frontlines of the medical field can be, George and her guests—various experts on self-care, wellness, and workplace culture—share ideas and techniques to help you relax, destress, and connect with other people who are going through similar challenges.

Looking to stay on top of the latest innovations in health and wellness? Then you need to listen to this podcast. Created and hosted by Dan Kendall, an entrepreneur who has worked with health tech and medical device companies around the world, Digital Health Today 360 features guest experts who are excited to talk about breakthroughs in their field, whether oncology, radiology, neurology, mental health, predicting complications in pregnancy, or improving access to care. These are the innovators, leaders, and pioneers reshaping health and wellness, and you won't want to miss out on their insights. New episodes release weekly.

Health care is so expensive that it has sent millions of people into debt. But why does everything, from routine lab work and prescription drugs to major surgery, cost so freaking much? And more importantly, what might we be able to do about it? On An Arm and a Leg, award-winning reporter Dan Weissmann digs deep into the high costs of medical care, uncovering culprits from "bait-and-switch" tactics to devious games played by insurance companies. Episodes also inform patients about their rights to challenge charges, negotiate bills, and more, as well as spotlight community activists, legal experts, and courageous doctors who are working to make a difference.

Hosted by Laura Beil, this true crime podcast from Wondery takes on outrageous cases of medical malpractice, with each season diving deep into one specific case. The first season tells the story of Christopher Duntsch, a Texas surgeon who was convicted of gross malpractice after more than 30 of his patients were left seriously injured or dead. The second season focuses on Farid Fata, a hematologist and oncologist who pled guilty to charges of healthcare fraud, and worse. Dr. Death's most recent season, "Miracle Man," is devoted to Paolo Macchiarini, a Swiss-born Italian thoracic surgeon who seduced the medical world and one influential television producer. Tune in to find out how far Dr. Macchiarini was willing to go to protect his secrets. Each story is brilliant told, simply unbelievable, and shockingly true.

If you’re interested in the marketing side of health care, the Patient Convert Podcast offers valuable insights and actionable advice. This podcast is created and hosted by Justin and Kelley Knott, who run their own successful health care marketing agency and have been happily married since 2016. In addition to delivering industry-leading perspectives, the Knotts interview physicians and health care executives to learn more about what they do to grow their practice—which includes the topic of episode #166, Getting Started with Podcasting for Medical Providers.

Doctors and medical professionals, you're not going to find these kinds of financial lessons in any textbook! With Docs Outside the Box, you get a podcast that mixes medicine, money, and pop culture for one unique, educational, and fun listening experience. Join Dr. Nii Darko as he looks into the minds of real men and women pushing the envelope beyond medicine and investing their way to the lifestyles of their dreams. (No, all doctors are not millionaires, a notion that Dr. Darko dispels.) Along with money management guidance, episodes offer tips on preventing burnout, combining a thriving practice with global travel, and more.

How can doctors work with Big Pharma to avoid another prescription drug epidemic? What is the origin of COVID-19? The truth is out there, and on Straight Talk MD, host Dr. Frank Sweeney aims to find it. On this podcast, you'll get to explore hot-button issues in science, medicine, and health care, while hearing from medical professionals and other experts who are committed to facts and transparency in matters related to science and medicine, especially when they intersect with economics, politics, and public health.

Just as straightforward as it sounds, Medical Stuff is a podcast for health care professionals and anyone seeking a window into ... well, medical stuff. Join hosts Mark and Chris, two paramedics, as they discuss their on-the-job experiences and the ins and outs of a whole lot of medical- and health-related stuff. Previous episodes have covered cardiac disease, vaping, strokes, sexual deviations, eye ailments, caffeine, psychiatric disorders, beach maladies, paralysis, real diseases with goofy names, brain cysts, and much, much more.