First, the patient

04.12.2025
00:43:27

Charlatans fill the halls, while doctors battle it out online. Who will win the fight for health? Episode 118

Why do thousands of people believe charlatans more than doctors? Why do conferences on „alternative therapies” fill halls, while events featuring medical experts have to prove their worth?

05.11.2025
00:44:08

Disinformation kills. How to convince Poles about prevention? Episode 116

29.08.2025
00:40:45

Can a doctor be an influencer? Ola Marianowska answers. Episode 111

Just a decade or so ago, a doctor's presence on social media aroused surprise and sometimes even opposition. Today, it is becoming not only the norm, but actually a necessity.

02.07.2025
00:30:45

Urophysiotherapy, or how to regain a comfortable life after prostate removal. Episode 107

Can a procedure that saves lives also take away a sense of masculinity? In the latest episode of Patient First, Monika Rachtan talks to urophysiotherapist Kamila Grabek about complications after prostatectomy.

18.06.2025
00:41:17

Polish Society for Holistic Medicine - a new direction in healthcare. Episode 106

What does it mean to treat a patient holistically - and is the health system in Poland ready for this?

07.05.2025
00:34:31

What is the importance of a doctor's image on the Internet? Monika Rachtan talks to Iwona Kania spokesperson of the Supreme Chamber of Physicians. Episode 102

Did you know that one negative comment online can deter a patient from seeing a doctor?

30.04.2025
00:40:43

Could a reduction in health premiums hurt hospitals? Episode 101

Could a reduction in the health contribution hurt the National Health Fund?

23.04.2025
00:55:33

The 100th anniversary episode of 'Patient First'. Episode 100

The 100th anniversary episode of 'Patient First' is ahead, and in it the roles are reversed.

09.04.2025
00:32:15

One packet of cigarettes is 4 hours less life. Seriously... it's not worth it. Episode 98

Did you know that cigarette smoking is not only a risk of lung cancer, but also one of the main causes of cardiovascular disease?

26.02.2025
00:42:36

Why are Poles afraid of preventive check-ups? Episode 92

Why do Poles so rarely take advantage of preventive examinations?

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