Max Liles
Max Liles
Not Your Average IV User Episode 30 - Philip Eil
Not Your Average IV User Episode 30 - Philip Eil
Not Your Average IV User Episode 30 - Philip Eil
Friday 3rd March 2023
Journalist Philip Eil discusses his decade-long investigation into Paul Volkman, a pain clinic doctor turned convicted drug dealer, on 'Not Your Average IV User'.
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Get the buttons here!The Pill Mill Killer: Journalist Philip Eil on Uncovering a Pain Clinic Scandal
I'm writing a book about Paul Volkman, who was a pain-clinic doctor in Portsmouth from 2003 to 2005 (and for a few additional months in Chillicothe) before he was shut down by the DEA.
Imagine dedicating over a decade of your life to uncovering the dark secrets behind one of the most notorious pain clinic doctors in the U.S. That's exactly what freelance journalist Philip Eil has done. In this gripping episode of 'Not Your Average IV User', host Max Liles sits down with Eil to discuss his deep dive into the life of Paul Volkman, a doctor whose name became synonymous with prescription drug-dealing during the opioid epidemic.
Dubbed the 'Pill Mill Killer', Volkman was sentenced to four consecutive life sentences for his crimes, making his case a landmark in the fight against prescription drug abuse. Eil shares how his personal connection to Volkman, who attended medical school with his father, ignited his interest in this complex story. He provides an insider’s look at the challenges and ethical dilemmas he faced while writing about such a controversial figure.
The conversation not only sheds light on Volkman's shocking transformation from a medical professional to a convicted felon but also delves into the broader impact of prescription drug dealing on communities like Portsmouth and Chillicothe. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersections of journalism, ethics, and the ongoing battle against opioid addiction. Tune in to hear how Eil's relentless pursuit of truth brings a new perspective to this harrowing chapter of the opioid crisis.