I Did My Own Research

with @DrShazmaMithani: Why "Natural" Doesn't Mean Safe

July 27, 2026·33 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this episode of I Did My Own Research, Dr. Fran sits down with Dr. Shazma Mithani — a pediatric and adult emergency medicine physician, and co-host of The Doc Talk Podcast. Together, they discussHow Dr. Mithani's path from ER doctor to online misinformation-buster took shape during COVIDWhat The Pitt gets right (and wrong) about emergency medicine, from missing consultants to unrealistic single-coverage EDsThe real-world impact of vaccine hesitancy on pediatric ER workups, and why declining immunization rates change how doctors approach diagnosisWhy "natural" doesn't always mean safe — from risky detoxes and cleanses to supplement-induced hyperthyroidismThis episode is brought to you by Vim & Vigor compression socks — use code RESEARCH for 20% off at VimVigr.com.Dr. Mithani's social media: @DrShazmaMithani & @TheDocTalkPodDr. Fran's social media: @PagingDrFran

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