Patients DO Have Skin In The Game with Brittany S.

Featuring: Patient Advocate, Brittany S.

Description: Exploring the struggles faced by families navigating deceptive patient assistance programs, where good intentions clash with financial burdens and uncertainty, leaving them feeling trapped and overlooked in the healthcare system.

Discussion Questions: 

1. How do third-party Patient Assistance Programs impact patients and families, particularly in terms of financial planning and healthcare accessibility?
2. In what ways can policymakers and healthcare providers collaborate to address the systemic challenges and uncertainties faced by patients relying on financial assistance for essential medications?
3. In what ways can patient advocacy and community support networks help address the challenges posed by deceptive practices and financial strain in accessing essential medications?