Dr. Death

About this podcast

Investigative podcast about Christopher Duntsch, a Texas neurosurgeon who left 33 patients injured or dead — and the two doctors and one determined prosecutor who finally brought him down. Later seasons cover different medical predators hiding behind credentials.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dr. Death?

True crime fans interested in medical crime, institutional failure, and white-collar predators — compelling for anyone who has ever trusted a doctor blindly.

Is Dr. Death worth listening to?

Must listen. Dr. Death is a compact, bingeable nightmare about a surgeon who should never have held a scalpel — six episodes in and you will not stop until it is finished.

Where can I listen to Dr. Death?

Dr. Death is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music.

Where should I start with Dr. Death?

Start with: S1 Ep1 — listen in order from the beginning

What format is Dr. Death?

Serialized — approximately ~30-45 min per episode, 6-8 episodes per season; easily finished in a weekend each.

What type of crime does Dr. Death cover?

Dr. Death covers Medical Crime, Fraud, Courtroom, Systemic Injustice.