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In the latest episode of the award-winning podcast Inside Medical Malpractice, host Chris Rokosh continues to examine leaders in the world of patient safety with a riveting interview with Michael Wong, JD. Listen to the powerful story behind Michael’s transformation from a successful defense attorney to a leading patient safety advocate. Driven by a promise made to the grieving mother of a young woman who died from opioid-induced respiratory depression while using a Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) pump in the hospital, Michael founded the Physician-Patient Alliance for Health and Safety.

Tune in as Michael reveals the groundbreaking initiatives PPAHS is spearheading, including the development of checklists and standards for PCA’s, DVT’s, sepsis and mechanical ventilation care. He passionately discusses the critical need for practical ‘right now’ solutions, marketing and cross-disciplinary collaboration to enhance patient safety. His is clear about this: the need for a future where we work together to fix problems to make sure they don’t happen again. Don't miss this inspiring episode that sheds light on Michael’s relentless efforts to prevent medical errors and safeguard lives. And find out how you can help out at PPAHS.org.