Outpacing Healthcare: Why Germany’s System Leaves the U.S. Breathless

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Opt-Out: The Kara Foster OD Show

Kara Foster, OD

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Burned out by the system or just tired of being a number? Join Dr. Kara Foster, OD—eye doctor, direct care pioneer, and wellness rebel—as she shares how to ditch insurance, fight burnout, and bring purpose back to healthcare. Whether you're a provider ready to break free or a patient looking for better care, this show gives you real talk, bold ideas, and a little humor to help you opt-out of the chaos—for good. New episodes every week.

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Outpacing Healthcare: Why Germany’s System Leaves the U.S. Breathless

Opt-Out: The Kara Foster OD Show

20 minutes 33 seconds

2 months ago

Outpacing Healthcare: Why Germany’s System Leaves the U.S. Breathless

Fresh off the Berlin Marathon, Dr. Kara Foster compares healthcare in Germany and the U.S. - and the stats may surprise you.

Germany spends about half as much per person as the U.S., yet has longer life expectancy, lower infant and maternal mortality, and fewer preventable chronic diseases.

We’ll explore:

Why Germany’s universal system delivers better value
How cultural and policy choices shape real health outcomes
Lessons the U.S. could adapt for more sustainable, preventive care

Because healthcare isn’t just about what you spend - it’s about what you get.