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DEA vs. doctors: Who’s really breaking the law on controlled substances? [PODCAST]

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Join us as we delve into the intricate web of discrepancies surrounding pain medication availability and governmental oversight. Our guest, L. Joseph Parker, a research physician, sheds light on recent revelations regarding the White House Medical Unit’s actions, outlined in an Inspector General’s report. From Operation “Bottleneck” to the DEA’s prescription requirements, we explore the systemic biases and ethical implications at play.

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He discusses the KevinMD article, “Elite access vs. public scrutiny: Medication disparities exposed.”

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