The Bleeding Edge

The Bleeding Edge

6.8

Jul 27 2018

2h 39m

Documentary

Each year in the United States, unparalleled innovations in medical diagnostics, treatment, and technology hit the market. But when the same devices designed to save patients end up harming them, who is accountable?

Robert Bridges

Robert Bridges

Himself - Diagnostic Radiologist

Angie Firmalino

Angie Firmalino

Herself - Essure contraceptive victim

Rita Redberg

Rita Redberg

Herself

Stephen Tower

Stephen Tower

Himself - Orthopedic Surgeon

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