The Science (or Lack Thereof) Behind Homeopathy with Dr. Ken Milne

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Dr. Ken Milne, in his conversation with Bradley, provides a comprehensive critique of homeopathy. He explains its origins, the idea of 'like cures like', and the implausibility of its dilution principles. Milne emphasizes the importance of understanding what homeopathy actually entails and the lack of evidence supporting its efficacy. He highlights the potential risks of choosing homeopathic treatments over proven medical care.

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[00:00:00] Introduction and overview of homeopathy.

[00:03:00] Samuel Christian Hanneman and the invention of homeopathy.

[00:06:00] Discussion on homeopathy in the context of 17th and 18th-century medicine.

[00:08:00] Exploring the principle of dilution in homeopathy.

[00:10:00] Legal and ethical aspects of selling homeopathic products.

[00:12:00] Placebo effect and its role in homeopathy.

[00:15:00] Cochrane Review on homeopathy and its findings.

[00:18:00] Falsifiability in science and homeopathy's place outside of it.

[00:20:00] Homeopathy and vaccines: the overlap and differences.

[00:22:00] Understanding no doses in homeopathy.

[00:25:00] Educating patients about homeopathy in clinical practice.

Dr. Ken Milne is a distinguished medical professional, serving as a staff physician at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital in Strathroy, Ontario. With a profound commitment to advancing medical knowledge, Dr. Milne is known for his expertise in evidence-based medicine, clinical epidemiology, critical appraisal, and biostatistics. His academic contributions are further solidified through his role as a respected educator at Western University in London, Ontario, where he imparts his extensive knowledge to the next generation of healthcare professionals.

A passionate advocate for scientific skepticism in medicine, Dr. Milne is the creator and host of the acclaimed "The Skeptics' Guide to Emergency Medicine" (The SGEM) podcast. This innovative platform is dedicated to disseminating critical medical insights and debunking myths in emergency medicine, thereby enhancing the quality of patient care and promoting evidence-based medical practices.

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