The Truth About Animal Testing: Why It's Failing Us and Costing You Money Dr. Neal Barnard

Is animal testing outdated? In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Dr. Neal Barnard breaks down what's happening at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and why it could mark a turning point in medical research. From shocking primate experiments to the rise of human-based science like organs-on-a-chip, we explore why more than 90% of drugs that succeed in animals fail in humans—and what that means for your health, your wallet, and the future of medicine. 🧠 You'll learn: - Why animal testing often fails - The ethics of primate research - OHSU controversy explained - Human-based alternatives eliminating animal research - The future of medical research ❤️ Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 🙏 Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund 👉 - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

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The Truth About Animal Testing: Why It's Failing Us and Costing You Money Dr. Neal Barnard is an episode from The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee by Physicians Committee.

This episode is 40:17 long.

This episode was published on Apr 21, 2026.

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