About Diagnosis

Diagnosis is a docuseries that premiered on Netflix in 2019. The show is based on the New York Times Magazine column of the same name and is produced by Scott Rudin, Dr. Pamela Schaff, and the New York Times. Each episode follows a different person as they navigate their undiagnosed medical conditions with the help of the online community. The show explores the power of crowdsourcing as people from all over the world come together to provide their insights and possible diagnoses.

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About

The show follows Dr. Lisa Sanders, a physician and author who writes the Diagnosis column for The New York Times Magazine. In each episode, Dr. Sanders presents an intriguing medical case to the online community, seeking their help in diagnosing the patient's condition. The patients, who have often spent years searching for answers, share their personal stories and medical histories while the viewers watch their emotional journey unfold.

The online community, consisting of doctors, medical students, and everyday people, become deeply invested in these cases and offer their own insights, theories, and experiences. Through this collaborative effort, a potential diagnosis is identified and presented to the patient and their healthcare providers. The show focuses not only on the medical aspect but also on the human impact of living with an undiagnosed illness.

Making / Production

Diagnosis is a collaboration between Scott Rudin Productions, Dr. Pamela Schaff, and The New York Times. The show is based on the successful New York Times Magazine column, which began in 2002 and has been an important platform for highlighting rare and difficult-to-diagnose medical cases.

Dr. Lisa Sanders, the creator of the column and author of the book "Every Patient Tells a Story," serves as the host and guiding presence in the show. The episodes are filmed in a documentary-style format, incorporating interviews, patient histories, and online interactions to provide a comprehensive view of each case.

Actors

• Dr. Lisa Sanders - Dr. Sanders is a physician and author who spearheads the Diagnosis column for The New York Times Magazine. She is known for her expertise in clinical medicine and is passionate about finding answers for patients with undiagnosed conditions. Dr. Sanders serves as the main host and narrator of the show.
• Patient Participants - Each episode features a different patient, often accompanied by their family or loved ones, as they share their experiences and medical histories.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The New York Times Magazine column "Diagnosis" was inspired by the success of Dr. Sanders' book "Every Patient Tells a Story," which explores the diagnostic process in clinical medicine.
• Some cases featured on the show have led to life-changing diagnoses and treatments for the patients involved.
• The show highlights the power of collective intelligence and the potential for the online community to contribute to medical diagnoses.

Awards

As of now, Diagnosis has not received any major awards or nominations.

Quotes

• "Collaboration is at the heart of solving medical mysteries." - Dr. Lisa Sanders
• "It's incredible to see the impact of the online community in helping patients find answers." - Dr. Pamela Schaff
• "Every patient deserves a chance to have their voice heard and their condition understood." - Patient participant

Music / Soundtrack

The show features a selection of instrumental music and ambient soundscapes that enhance the storytelling and emotional impact of each episode. The soundtrack complements the personal narratives and the exploration of medical mysteries.