Dr. David Wilcox explains why he wrote this book in a 55 second video clip
How to Get the Quality Health Care You Deserve: Insider Tips Straight From a Medical Professional
Concord, NC, January 10, 2022 — Everyone needs health care at some point in their lives. Understanding the risks and benefits of procedures, making sense of medical bills, and interacting with insurance companies are all lessons we have to learn on the fly — and often when we’re already shouldering the stress of battling an illness ourselves or helping a loved one.
After 28 years in the health care field, Dr. David Wilcox has seen enough to realize that proactive patient education can actually have a life or death impact.
“Entering the American healthcare system, one has to have a basic knowledge of it to be safe,” he said during a recent interview. “Medical errors are the third leading cause of death. Not a lot of people know that.”
In his new book, How to Avoid Being a Victim of the American Healthcare System: A Patient’s Handbook for Survival, Dr. Wilcox offers information, facts and tips that can help patients and family members navigate through the morass.
“I have seen some alarming situations that nursing school never prepared me for,” Dr. Wilcox said. “Not being prepared and knowledgeable means you will have little control over the health care you receive.”
His goal in writing this book was to level the playing field, enabling consumers of health care to understand how to avoid getting caught in the systemic net.
In his own words, Dr. Wilcox’s book explores “what to do if you have to go to a hospital, how to handle an insurance company’s claim denial, how to find an alternative to high-priced prescriptions and why the current pay-for-fee system is inadequate. You will also discover the direction the healthcare system needs to move in, to holistically care for you, the patient … information that the health care entities would prefer you didn’t know.”
Dr. David Wilcox is an Amazon international bestselling author and health care professional who believes proactive patient education enables those accessing the healthcare system to be better partners in their health care. He also believes that everyone has the right to access the American Healthcare System safely. A Doctorate-prepared nurse who also holds a Master’s in Health Administration and is Board Certified in Nursing Informatics, Dr. Wilcox has nearly three decades of health care experience as a bedside nurse, hospital administrator and in health care information technology, which has helped him to develop his unique perspective on the American Healthcare System. For more information, please visit https://drdavidwilcox.com/.
How to Avoid Being a Victim of the American Healthcare System: A Patient’s Handbook for Survival
Publisher: Here for You Publishing
ISBN-10: 0578878364
ISBN-13: 978-0578878362
Available now at https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578878364
Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews and Q&As are available upon request.
Press Release (pdf)
DownloadDr. Wilcox was interviewed on the Chicago based Bruce St. James show on Wednesday morning 8/18/21.
Dr. Wilcox was featured in the Charlotte Area News on Thursday 8/19/21. Here is the link to the article:
Dr. Wilcox was featured in the Marietta Daily Journal on 9/9/21. Here is the link to the article:
Dr. Wilcox was featured in the Myrtle Beach SC Inspired News and Reviews on 9/8/21. Here is the link to the article:
https://myrtlebeachsc.com/doctor-exposes-the-shadowy-world-of-health-care-in-america/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed for the Motherhood Moment blog on 9/16. Here is the link to the blog:
https://motherhood-moment.blogspot.com/2021/09/healthy-habits-how-to-avoid-being.html
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Spectrum News on 9/27. Here is the link to the interview:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Casually Baked Podcast on 9/28 . Here is the link to the podcast:
Potcast 205: Surviving the American Healthcare System — Casually Baked | Highly Responsible
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Jim Stroud Podcast on 9/28 . Here is the link to the podcast: https://blog.jimstroud.com/2021/09/28/doctor-exposes-the-shadowy-world-of-healthcare-in-america/
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Tom Roten morning radio show on 10/6 . Here is the link to the radio show: : https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-tom-roten-morning-show-70632979/episode/dr-david-wilcox-take-control-of-87702796/
Dr. Wilcox was a pick on the World Author website on 9/28 . Here is the link to the website:
Take Control of Your Health Care from a Place of Knowledge and Empowerment (worldauthors.org)
Dr. Wilcox book was reviewed on 10/11 . Here is the link to the website:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Tom Sumner morning radio show on 10/13 . Here is the link to the radio show: https://rss.com/podcasts/tomsumnerprogram/296473/
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Positive Aging Source Book Podcast with Steve Gurney on 10/6 . Here is the link to the video podcast:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Joan Esposito radio show on 11/4. Here is a link to the 20 minute segment:
https://soundcloud.com/wcpt820/joan-esposito-live-local-and-progressive-11-04-21#t=1:09:40
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Alabama's Morning News with JT on 11/15. Here is a link to the 20 minute segment:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Kathryn Zox Radio Show on 11/10. Here is a link to the segment:
https://www.thekathrynzoxshow.com/episodes/1409
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Health Talks OC with Dr. Dung Trinh Show on 11/18. Here is a link to the You Tube podcast:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Follow the Brand Podcast on 11/16. Here is a link to the podcast:
https://5starbdm.com/follow-the-brand-podcast/
Dr. Wilcox was featured in the Forever Falcons Pfeiffer University Newsletter on 11/16. Here is a link to the article:
Frustrated and Overwhelmed by Your Health Care? There’s a Book for That! | Pfeiffer
Dr. Wilcox was featured in the Today's Honoree Blog on 11/17. Here is a link to the blog:
https://todayshonoree.wordpress.com/2021/11/17/author-dr-david-wilcox-is-todays-honoree/
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Thriving Best Sellers show with Steve Kidd on 11/22. Here is a link to the show:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the GB News show out of the UK on 11/28. Dr. Wilcox's segment airs 10:23 into the show. Here is a link to the show:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Leonard At Large Podcast on 12/07. Here is a link to the show:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the What's the 411 with Sharon Kay live radio show on 12/08. Here is a link to the show:
Dr. Wilcox wrote a blog on end-of-life care for the Good Death Society which is part of the Final Exit Network based on chapter 5 in my book. It was published on 1/9/22. You can access the quick 6-minute read here: https://www.thegooddeathsocietyblog.net/2022/01/09/avoid-becoming-a-victim-of-the-u-s-end-of-life-care-system-choose-wisely/
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Jim Stroud show on the Conservative Television of America based out of Atalanta Ga. Here is a link to the interview:
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Dave Philistine for Authority Magazine. The Interview was published 1-23-22. You can access it here:
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Emily Raines for her Conversations Podcast. The Interview was published 1-23-22. You can access it here and you don't need to download DropBox just click through it:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/30qnkorx2ujtmci/20220123%20Dr%20Wilcox%20Final.mp3?dl=0
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the "I Don't Care Podcast. The podcast was published on 1/28/22 You can access it here
https://marketscale.com/industries/healthcare/how-to-navigate-the-american-healthcare-system/
Dr. Wilcox's book was reviewed by a retired nurse who gave it 4 out of 4 star ratings. You can access the book review here:
https://forums.onlinebookclub.org/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=218121#
Dr. Wilcox was recently featured on the Louie B Free Podcast which takes a deeper dive into what motivated me to become a nurse. Here is the link:
https://www.facebook.com/100001005190557/videos/334160295274297/
Dr. Wilcox was on the Live at 9 news show out of Memphis TN with Marybeth Connally and her co-host Alex on 2/4/22. The quick 5-minute interview centers his book and insurance companies costs to the healthcare system Here is the link:
https://wreg.com/on-air/live-at-9/how-to-avoid-being-a-victim-to-healthcare-in-the-u-s/
Dr. Wilcox was on the Fox Morning Show show out of Houston Tx with Melissa Wilson on 2/7/22. Here is the link:
https://www.fox26houston.com/news/how-to-find-more-affordable-prescriptions-and-procedures
Dr Wilcox was interviewed for The Price of Business show on 2/21/22. You can access the link here: https://www.usadailytimes.com/2022/02/21/what-is-really-going-on-in-healthcare/
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Tom Sumner morning radio show on 2/22/22 . Here is the link to the radio show: https://rss.com/podcasts/tomsumnerprogram/399577/
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Don't Tread on Liberty Podcast on 03/1/22 . Here is the link to the podcast: https://donttreadonliberty.buzzsprout.com/1307965/10132257-how-to-survive-the-healthcare-system-if-you-must-be-in-it
Dr. Wilcox was the cover story for the March 2022 issue of Bottom Line Health. The piece was titled Telehealth Transformation. Here is the link to the article: https://bottomlineinc.com/life/health-care-providers/telehealth-transformation
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Every Day Peace radio show with Dr. Dravon Jones. Here is the link to the radio show. Fast forward to Dr Wilcox's interview which is at 27:45: https://www.unityonlineradio.org/everyday-peace/journey-joy-julie-fitz-gerald-and-surviving-healthcare-system-david-wilcox
Dr. Wilcox was on the Live at 9 news show out of Memphis TN with Marybeth Connally and her co-host Alex on 3/9/22. The quick 5-minute interview centers around his book and prescription costs to the patient. Here is the link: https://wreg.com/on-air/live-at-9/doctor-provides-insider-tips-to-lowering-prescription-costs/
Dr. Wilcox was on the Good Mornings Podcast edition on 3/14/22. The quick 10-minute interview can be found here: https://mikefergusonmedia.simplecast.com/episodes/surviving-the-healthcare-system-financially-and-literally
Dr. Wilcox was published on the BabyBoomers.com website on 3/15/22. The quick read can be found here: https://www.babyboomers.com/article/healthcare-price-transparency-research-save-money-have-better-outcomes/622f54ce4ac54900018ea8a8
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed for an article titled "Patient dies from receiving the wrong drug: medical errors are more common than you think." The link to the article can be found here: https://www.univision.com/noticias/salud/enfermera-mato-accidentalmente-a-una-paciente-al-darle-un-medicamento-equivocado
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed for an article published on 4/5/22 titled "How to Get the Quality Health Care You Deserve: Insider Tips Straight From a Medical Professional!!." The link to the article can be found here: https://la-story.com/2022/04/how-to-get-the-quality-health-care-you-deserve-insider-tips-straight-from-a-medical-professional/
Dr. Wilcox was recently interviewed by Spectrum Health on the rising cost of prescription drugs. Particularly MS drugs. The brief interview can be found here. Dr. Wilcox's contribution is at the end of the piece. https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/health/2022/04/07/patients-struggle-to-afford-medication-for-multiple-sclerosis--even-with-medicare
Dr. Wilcox was recently a guest on the "Politics Done Right" podcast. The link to the brief interview can be found here: https://politicsdoneright.com/2022/04/david-wilcox-discusses-how-to-avoid-being-a-victim-of-the-american-healthcare-system/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed for the News 6 show on 4/14/22 by Betsy Singer. The show mistakenly labeled Dr. Wilcox as a physician instead of a nurse with a doctorate degree. You can access the interview at this link: https://www.kaaltv.com/health/physician-discusses-taking-charge-of-your-health/6446755/?cat=13175
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price on the Price of Doing Business Podcast. Dr. Wilcox will be a monthly contributor to this podcast. You can access the interview at this link: https://www.usadailytimes.com/2022/04/19/introducing-a-new-contributor-who-will-discuss-the-cost-of-giving-care/
Dr. Wilcox was featured in a story on USA Wire on 5/3/22. You can access the story at this link:
Dr. Wilcox was featured on the Jiggy Jaguar podcast on 5/12/22. You can access the 24 minute podcast at this link:
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price on the Price of Doing Business Podcast on 5/17/22 . Dr. Wilcox discussed what to do if your insurance company won't cover the cost of a needed treatment. You can access the interview at this link: https://www.usadailytimes.com/2022/05/18/what-to-do-when-your-health-insurance-wont-cover-a-treatment/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Dr. Raul Amador at Amaze magazine on 6/6/22. The two doctors discuss diet and alternative medicine as well as the healthcare system. You can access the 25 minute interview at https://amaze-magazine.com/2022/06/interview-with-dr-david-wilcox-author-of-how-to-avoid-being-a-victim-of-the-american-healthcare-system/
Dr. Wilcox's book was reviewed by Buneke book review on 6/6/22. The reviewer stated "If you buy one book this year, make it this one!" You can access the quick one minute read at the following link. Dr. Wilcox's book is the 10th one down. https://buneke.org/extra-blog/f/book-reviews-issue-24
Dr. Wilcox was a guest on the Staying Ageless podcast on 6/10/22. He discusses the American Healthcare System and the importance of nutrition in keeping yourself healthy. You can access the 48 minute podcast here: https://stayingagelessshow.com/episodes/how-to-avoid-becoming-a-victim-of-the-american-healthcare-system
Dr. Wilcox was a guest on the Kathryn Zox podcast on 6/17/22 where he e discusses the American Healthcare System. You can access the 27 minute podcast here: https://www.thekathrynzoxshow.com/episodes/1471
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price on the Price of Doing Business Podcast on 6/22/22 . Dr. Wilcox discussed the difference between Medicare and Medicare Advantage programs You can access the 2 minute read and 10 minute podcast here: https://www.usadailytimes.com/2022/06/23/medicare-vs-medicare-advantage-programs-what-you-really-need-to-know/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Barbara Sadick for an article in Next Avenue magazine which was published on on 6/24/22 . Dr. Wilcox discussed many aspects of the American Healthcare System. You can access the 8 minute read here: https://www.nextavenue.org/tips-for-navigating-the-healthcare-system/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Jiggy Jaguar was a guest on the Jiggy Jaguar show where he talked about healthcare and the most recent legislation on price transparency for the insurance companies that went into effect on 7/1/22. The interview was published on 7/18/22. You can access the 21 minute interview here: https://www.bitchute.com/video/bgQyRhuDuaZs/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price on the Price of Doing Business Podcast on 7/19/22 . Dr. Wilcox discussed the the cost of accessing the American Healthcare System. You can access the 2 minute read and 10 minute podcast here: https://www.usadailytimes.com/2022/07/19/the-financial-impact-of-accessing-the-american-healthcare-system/
Dr. Wilcox's book was reviewed by the Midwest Book Review Club on 8/11/22. The reviewer said the book was Impressively informative, and thoroughly 'reader friendly' in organization and presentation You can access the 1 minute read here: http://www.midwestbookreview.com/sbw/aug_22.htm#health
Dr. Wilcox was quoted by Univision in their health column on 8/16/22. The quote pertained to the Inflamation Reduction Act and its impact to healthcare. You can access the 2 minute read here: https://www.univision.com/noticias/salud/acta-de-reduccion-de-la-inflacion-incluye-historicas-reformas-de-salud-pero-tardaran-en-llegar-y-dejaran-a-muchos-por-fuera?xx
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price on the Price of Doing Business Podcast on 8/16/22 . Dr. Wilcox discussed the Insurance Company Price Trasparency legislation that went into effect on 7/1/22. You can access the 2 minute read and 10 minute podcast here:https://usadailytimes.com/2022/08/16/the-real-truth-about-price-transparency-in-healthcare/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Tom Roten on his morning radio show on 8/17/22 where they discussed the Inflation Reduction Act and its impact on healthcare on 8/17/22. Dr. Wilcox discussed the Insurance Company Price Transparency legislation that went into effect on 7/1/22. You can access the 24 minute podcast here:https://lnkd.in/g7g-n6Wiin-healthcare/
Dr. Wilcox was featured in USA Wire on 8/20/22 where he discussed the Inflation Reduction Act and its impact on healthcare. You can access the 6 minute read here:https://usawire.com/inflation-reduction-act-healthcare-with-dr-david-wilcox/
Dr. Wilcox was featured on Motherhood Moment on 8/22/22 where he discussed the Inflation Reduction Act and its impact on healthcare. You can access the 1 minute read here:https://motherhood-moment.blogspot.com/2022/08/healthy-habits-inflation-reduction-act.html
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed on Live at 9 News Show on 8/25/22 where he discussed the Inflation Reduction Act and its impact on healthcare. You can access the 5 minute interview here: https://wreg.com/on-air/live-at-9/live-at-9-health-care-changes-on-the-horizon-thanks-to-the-inflation-reduction-act/
Dr. Wilcox was a guest on the Nurse Keith Show where he discussed healthcare from the patient/provider lens. You can access the 43 minute podcast here: https://playlist.megaphone.fm/?e=DHT3447643814
This week Dr. Wilcox was a guest on the Casually Baked Podcast. In this 37 minute podcast, he talked about the Inflation Reduction Act and what that means for the American public. You can access the Podcast here:
This week Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Amaze Magazine on 9/6/22. In this 23 minute podcast, he talked about the Inflation Reduction Act and what that means for the American public. You can access the Podcast here:
https://amaze-magazine.com/2022/09/how-the-inflation-reduction-act-will-affect-you/
This week Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Wendy Barlin at Buzz TV on 9/13/22. In this 5 minute TV interview, he talked about Value Based Care and what that means for the American public. You can access the interview here:
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed for a Spectrum TV Healthcare Show on 10/17/22 where he discussed charges in the Emergency Department and its impact on the healthcare consumer. You can access the 3 minute and 30 second interview at this link: https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/health/2022/10/17/understanding-medical-charges-after-visiting-the-emergency-room
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed for a piece in Frost Magazine which was published on 10/22/22. The editor stated "That is why I love this book. It puts the power back into the hands of the people. It saves both money and lives. " You can access the 3 minute read at this link https://www.frostmagazine.com/2022/10/how-to-get-the-quality-health-care-you-deserve-insider-tips-straight-from-a-medical-professional/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price to discuss the new insurance pricing transparency laws which began on7/1/22.The interview was published on 11/15/22. You can access the 5 minute read or 20 minute podcast at this link https://thedailyblaze.com/price-transparency-and-insurance-companies/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price to discuss what you need to know before you go to the hospital. The interview was published on 11/23/22. You can access the 5 minute read or 17 minute podcast at this link https://dailymailusa.com/2022/11/22/what-you-need-to-know-prior-to-going-to-the-hospital/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price to discuss what you need to know before you have elective surgery. The interview was published on 12/21/22. You can access the 5 minute read or 19 minute podcast at this link https://usadailytimes.com/2022/12/21/what-you-need-to-know-before-having-elective-surgery/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price to discuss what you need to know before you have elective surgery. The interview was published on 12/21/22. You can access the 5 minute read or 19 minute podcast at this link https://usadailytimes.com/2022/12/21/what-you-need-to-know-before-having-elective-surgery/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kevin Price to discuss zero premium Medicare insurance plans. The interview was published on 1/9/23. You can access the 4 minute read or 14 minute podcast at this link https://thedailyblaze.com/zero-premium-medicare-advantage-plans-is-it-too-good-to-be-true/
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Kari Beal at Fox TV to discuss insurance company changes on pharmaceutical drugs which have upset their members. The interview was published on 1/18/23. You can access the 2 minute read or 3 minute TV Interview via YouTube at this link https://www.foxcarolina.com/2023/01/19/blue-cross-blue-shield-insurance-customer-upset-about-prescription-benefit-change/?fbclid=IwAR0HOc2F4c7lj4A1o4ucWwvJMGPIMxpVxlVK_JesFEFwzKGxhUPlioG7jlk
Dr. Wilcox was interviewed by Ken D. Fostor to discuss the American Healthcare System. The interview was published on 2/6/23. You can access the 57 minute podcast at these links
Full Video: https://youtu.be/ep8v8b4f0Vs
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4OL2FosA7SVNHTMQzxR2QJ...
Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../voc-249.../id1372432694...
This month on the syndicated healthcare podcast with #Kevinprice on the Price of Doing Business Dr. Wilcox took a deep dive into why he chose to be a healthcare advocate and the life circumstances that led him down this path. The podcast was published on 2/13/23. The brief 5 minute read or 17 minute podcast can be found here:
https://www.usabusinessradio.com/why-i-became-a-healthcare-advocate/
The Daily Business Journal is running a 4 part series on Dr. David Wilcox's book. The first article deals with the root cause of high prescription drug prices. The 14 minute read which was published on 2/23/23 can be found here: https://dailybusinessjournal.com/2023/02/23/why-your-prescriptions-cost-so-much/
The Daily Business Journal is running a 4 part series on Dr. David Wilcox's book. The second article deals with the root cause of high insurance deductibles/ prices. The 9 minute read which was published on 3/2/23 can be found here: https://dailybusinessjournal.com/2023/03/02/the-labyrinth-of-insurance/
The Daily Business Journal is running a 4 part series on Dr. David Wilcox's book. The third article deals with what your options are if you lose your employer sponsored healthcare insurance. The 10 minute read which was published on 3/9/23 can be found here: https://dailybusinessjournal.com/2023/03/09/how-to-handle-the-loss-of-healthcare-insurance/
This week on the syndicated podcast with Kevin Price at The Price of Doing Business, Dr. David Wilcox discussed Eli Lilly's recent announcement to cap some insulin costs at $35 a vial. This is the first time we have seen a major pharmaceutical entity self-regulate. This is a big deal! But is it a great humanitarian effort or simply a business strategy to remain viable in the new insulin marketplace? Learn the answer here during this quick 5 minute read:
https://www.usabusinessradio.com/free-market-pressure-applied-to-a-pharmaceutical-company/
The Daily Business Journal is running a 4 part series on Dr. David Wilcox's book. The fourth article deals with Value-Based Care and this model's impact to the financial aspect and patient outcomes in healthcare. The 14-minute read which was published on 3/16/23 can be found here:
https://dailybusinessjournal.com/2023/03/16/value-based-care/
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