On this episode, Tina dives into the case of Dani Marie Schofield, a former ICU nurse in Medford, Oregon. She is accused of replacing life-saving fentanyl with tap water, leading to sever patient harm and infections. For our "Good Nurse," we are featuring Leigh Ann Sondrup, a nurse who heroically saved a man's life after a major accident. Despite h…

On this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, Tina explores the shocking case of Lucia de Berk, a nurse who was wrongfully convicted of multiple murders. We are able to see how confirmation bias plays a huge role in her conviction, demonstrating the dangers of making assumptions without questioning them. For our "Good Nurse" segment, Tina gives numerous…

On this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, Tina and her guest host (also her son!) Joel discuss the tragic story of actor Matthew Perry's death and the recent arrests made in connection with it. For our "Good Nurse" segment, we're featuring Dr. Carlos Zarate and his study of the positive impact of ketamine treatment for some individuals with treatmen…

Trigger Warning: This episode contains depictions of gun violence, police misconduct, and mental health crises. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Tina and guest host Britney Daniels discuss the horrific murder of Sonya Massey. On the night of this tragic event, officers responded to a call from Massey, who feared an intruder was in h…

In this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, Tina's husband Mark joins her in discussing the tragic events that occurred during Hurricane Ida in Louisiana in which nursing home residents were evacuated to a warehouse and subjected to horrific conditions. For our "Good Nurse" segment, we're shining a spotlight on some New Orleans nurses who remained by …

In this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, we welcome Karen Weidlich (also known as Wound Care Karen) back into the studio! Tina and Karen discuss the case of Tina Sandoval, a nurse who went missing in 1995. Her husband John Sandoval, who was a prolific "Peeping Tom," immediately became the primary suspect, and all signs pointed to murder. After over…

In this episode, Tina and guest host Tom from Will Continue to Monitor podcast discuss a recent story about a doctor who mistreated a patient in the ER. The doctor aggressively poked the patient's hand with a syringe, causing her to scream in pain. The director of the emergency department intervened, but the doctor became physically aggressive towa…

Trigger Warning: This episode mentions acts of violence against women including sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, Tina and Amanda tell the story of a physician named George Guo who committed violent acts against women, resulting in the death of one victim and severe injuries to others. Our "Goo…

Trigger Warning: This episode contains themes of domestic and gun violence. Listener discretion is advised. On this episode, we welcome Amanda Guarniere, the founder of ResumeRX, as our guest host! Tina and Amanda discuss a tragic case of domestic violence involving a nurse. The nurse, Becky Bleifnick, was found brutally shot 14 times in her home, …

On this episode, Tina and Roger discuss the largest patient notification in U.S. history, which involved potential exposure to hepatitis C and HIV due to unsafe medical practices at the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada. This ultimately leads to the downfall of Dr. Dipak Desai, the co-owner and primary decision maker of the center. The episode co…

This week, we welcome nurse Amanda Lee as our guest host! Our story today takes us all the way back to the 1930s with the case of Doctor Buck Ruxton. When two members of his household are found dismembered, forensic specialists must spend time piecing the bodies back together like puzzle pieces. This case shifted the way in which forensic work was …

On this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, we welcome back Julie Mattson from the podcast Pushing up Lilies. While our "Bad Nurse" story focuses on nurse Nimisha Priya, she wasn't exactly a bad nurse. While attempting to escape her abuser, Nimisha accidentally murders him, earning her a spot on Yemen's death row. For our "Good Nurse" segment, we are …

Janna Holterman rejoins Tina for another episode to discuss the disturbing story of Michael Swango, a doctor who posed a threat not only to his patients but also to his coworkers. For our "Good Nurse," we're featuring Doctor Ty Erickson, a heroic OB-GYN who saved a man's life in a restaurant. Join us on Patreon to get ad-free episodes, early access…

On this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, Tina and guest host Dr. Annie DePasquale discuss the fascinating story of Ferdinand Demara. Demara posed as a doctor and surgeon in the Royal Canadian Navy during the Korean War, performing surgeries and amputations without any medical training. Despite his lack of credentials, he managed to gain the trust o…

In this episode, Tina and ER nurse Josh Turco discuss the disturbing case of Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz, an anesthesiologist who intentionally injected harmful drugs into IV bags at a surgical center, resulting in cardiac emergencies and one death. For our “Good Nurse” story, we’re bringing Dr. Chad Marsden to the spotlight who actually plays a part in our…

In this episode, Tina and Tom from Will Continue to Monitor discuss the case of Johnathan Howard Hayes, a registered nurse. When two patients ended up dead, the hospital discovered that he was the common denominator in all three cases. For our “Good Nurse” story, we’re featuring a heartwarming story of a group of strangers who came together to resc…

Trigger Warning: This episode contains themes of drug use, violence, mental health crises, and animal cruelty. Listener discretion is advised. On this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, Roger is back to help Tina explore a disturbing case involving audiologist Bryn Spejcher, and a young man, Chad O'Melia. Spejcher’s descent into psychosis after smoki…

Please enjoy this previously released recording while we're working on getting the next episode ready! Mike with Simple Nursing is back once again to co-host! Tina and Mike tell the story of Valerie McDaniel, a veterinarian from Houston, Texas, who got tangled up with the wrong guy, Leon Jacob. Jacob had graduated from medical school but wasn't abl…

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the death of a child. Listener discretion is advised. On this episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse, we’re welcoming back Nick Garr from Nurses Station the Series as a guest host! He and Tina tell the story of Joy O’Shea Woomer, a nurse who was asked to substitute for another nurse to care for an 11-year-old boy wi…

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses themes of suicide and mental health crises. In this week’s episode, join Tina, Jessica, and Erica as we delve into a poignant story that has touched the hearts of many in the healthcare community. We're talking about Tristin Kate Smith, a dedicated emergency room nurse who was just 28 years old when her life …

This week, we welcome Ilene “The Lice Queen” as our guest host! She and Tina dive into the tragic story of Makayla Norman, a young girl who suffered from cerebral palsy. When she suddenly died in March of 2011, obvious and horrifying signs of neglect were noticed, and it would be impossible for her nurse Mollie Parsons, as well as Makayla's own mot…

This week on Good Nurse Bad Nurse, we welcome back Robert Malaer as our guest host! He and Tina discuss the story of Heather Pressdee, a Pennsylvania nursing facility nurse who becomes involved in numerous insulin-related deaths. For our “Good Nurse,” we’re featuring Carrie Kiersnowski. While attending a Christmas play, a medical emergency arises, …

This week, Tina and Roger are continuing the deep-dive of the Elijah McClain case with more details to uncover. Join us on Patreon to get ad-free episodes, early access, and more exclusive content! Please support our show by supporting our sponsors below! Thank you to Trusted Health for sponsoring this episode. Please go to https://www.trustedhealt…

This week, join Tina and her guest host Roger as they begin a deep dive into the case of Elijah McClain that'll span two episodes. In this first part, they'll be going over the police account of what happened that day to Elijah McClain. But stay tuned for part two releasing next week -- there's a lot more details to cover! Join us on Patreon to get…

This week, we're welcoming back author, nurse, and advocate Britney Daniels! She and Tina discuss the story of Asim Amran, a nurse from Pakistan whose arranged marriage ends in tragedy. For our "Good Nurse", we're featuring Colonel Margarethe Cammermeyer who encourages others to "Live their Truth." She has made a remarkable difference in the LGBTQ+…