How HBO’s Emmy-winning drama captures hospital chaos

HBO's The Pitt won three Emmys for its portrayal of the challenges faced by healthcare workers. Dr. Jason Cohen, a physician and chief medical officer of inpatient at patient flow automation startup Qventus, said the series highlights critical issues like emergency department boarding, staffing shortages and the mental toll on patient care and frontline staff.

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