In this powerful episode of The David Watson Podcast, world-renowned cardiologist and author Dr. Peter R. Kowey exposes the truth behind the growing crisis in American healthcare. Drawing from his new book, Failure to Treat: How a Broken Healthcare System Puts Patients and Practitioners at Risk, Dr. Kowey reveals how decades of political lobbying, pharmaceutical greed, and insurance control have created a system that harms both patients and doctors. We break down the key reasons why U.S. healthcare is failing — and what must change to fix it. In this episode: How lobbyists and politicians shaped today’s broken system The hidden influence of pharmaceutical companies on doctors and prescriptions. How health insurance companies limit care and increase costs. Why lawsuits and corporate pressure drive doctors out of medicine. The systemic failures built into the U.S. healthcare model since its creation Real stories from Dr. Kowey’s experience treating patients inside a flawed system. Practical insights on how to protect yourself and advocate for better care. About Dr. Peter Kowey: Dr. Kowey is an internationally recognized cardiologist, medical researcher, and author. He currently serves as Professor of Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology at Thomas Jefferson University and holds the William Wikoff Smith Chair in Cardiovascular Research at the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research. His decades of experience have made him one of the most respected voices in modern medicine. About the book: Failure to Treat is a revealing exploration of how money, politics, and bureaucracy have corrupted American medicine — and what can be done to restore trust and integrity in healthcare. Listen to this episode if you’re interested in: Healthcare reform and policy Big Pharma and political lobbying The U.S. medical system’s hidden costs Doctor burnout and malpractice issues Patient advocacy and healthcare ethics Guest: Dr. Peter R. KoweyHome | Peter Kowey Author Host: David Watson Podcast: The David Watson Podcast