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A Substack update, MDs reinforcing failure and ill news about sugar (a clever study!)

Unsettled Science • 516 implied HN points • 09 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Public Health Medical education Chronic diseases
  1. Medical schools might not be teaching the right nutrition information. It's important to examine if the problem lies in what is taught, not just how much is taught.
  2. New research suggests that reducing sugar in the diets of young children can lower their risk of diabetes and high blood pressure later in life. This raises serious questions about how we view sugar in our diets.
  3. Physicians should be more open about the uncertainties surrounding nutrition advice. Understanding that there's still much to learn can help doctors connect better with their patients.

Massachusetts Wakes Up to a Hospital Nightmare

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 679 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare system Private Equity Medical education Patient Safety Regulatory Oversight
  1. Private equity firms, like Steward Health Care, have been negatively impacting hospitals by cutting resources and making false promises. This has led to unsafe conditions for both staff and patients.
  2. Steward Health Care has a history of financial mismanagement and failed commitments, which has raised concerns among local leaders and health officials. They’ve been accused of prioritizing profit over patient care.
  3. Many hospital employees and doctors are frustrated with the situation, as it puts patient safety at risk. They feel helpless in trying to provide good care amidst the company's failures.

Letter To Med Students Doing a Weight-Stigma Capstone – Guest Post by Rachel Fox

Weight and Healthcare • 678 implied HN points • 03 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Stigma Medical education Fat Activism Healthcare
  1. Medical students should re-evaluate weight-stigma projects to make a real impact.
  2. Addressing systemic fat oppression in healthcare requires tangible actions like reviewing curriculum and infrastructure.
  3. Med students possess a unique position to challenge anti-fat practices and bring about meaningful change.

When Doctors' Education Is Really Pharmaceutical Industry Marketing - Part 1

Weight and Healthcare • 579 implied HN points • 04 Feb 23
🏥 Health Politics Pharmaceuticals Medical education Weight Stigma
  1. Doctors' education can be heavily influenced by the pharmaceutical industry, leading to potential biases in medical practices and treatments.
  2. Some educational conferences and seminars for doctors may actually be marketing events by pharmaceutical companies, promoting certain medications or treatments.
  3. It's crucial for doctors to be aware of potential conflicts of interest and maintain objectivity in their approach to patient care, especially in fields like weight management and diabetes.
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Questions graduating med students can ask on residency interviews, and some they shouldn't

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 41 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical education Career development
  1. It's important to ask about successful graduates from the program to see what you can aspire to. Their stories can reveal what the program really values and how it helps its students.
  2. Asking about any past failures or who wasn't a good fit can give insights into the challenges of the program. This helps you understand what it takes to succeed there.
  3. Questions about unique strengths of the program and faculty engagement can show you how well the program supports its residents. Specific answers are more revealing than vague statements.

When Doctors' Education Is The Best That Pharma Money Can Buy- Part 2

Weight and Healthcare • 419 implied HN points • 08 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical education Conflicts of Interest Healthcare system
  1. Doctors' education can be influenced by undisclosed ties to pharmaceutical companies, impacting the information they provide and recommendations they make.
  2. Continuing Medical Education (CME) is essential for doctors to maintain licensure, but conflicts of interest in CME material can lead to biased information and potential risks for patients.
  3. The influence of pharmaceutical companies in medical education raises concerns around the quality of information provided to healthcare practitioners and the potential impact on patient care.

Medical Heretics from Rome to COVID

Bastiat's Window • 235 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Medical education COVID-19 Response
  1. Western medicine has a history of stifling dissent and vilifying those who question medical orthodoxy.
  2. The intertwining of social action projects and medical practice has led to harmful consequences in history and is a growing concern, especially since COVID.
  3. Trends in medical education and public health are increasingly influenced by politics and ideology, posing threats to medical care quality and civil society norms.

What is happening to medical students?

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 220 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics AMA Political Activism Medical education Leadership
  1. Students shouting down speakers at the University of Chicago raised concerns about their behavior and the medical school's leadership.
  2. Debating whether the AMA should issue a statement on the war highlighted the complexities of making impactful statements and maintaining professional standards.
  3. The lack of courage in inviting diverse speakers and fostering debate in medical schools may contribute to a culture of protest among students.

UCSF has match day outdoors & plans on contact tracing... in 2024

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 132 implied HN points • 16 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Medical education Public Health Risk management
  1. Population immunity to COVID-19 is high, making large outdoor gatherings unnecessary. Holding events outdoors may not significantly impact transmission and could be inconvenient.
  2. There is little evidence to support the need for contact tracing in 2024. The effectiveness of contact tracing for the virus is questionable.
  3. Medical school policies may sometimes prioritize perceived safety over rational decision-making, potentially impacting student experiences and learning.

The anatomist next door

The Quack Doctor • 0 implied HN points • 17 Nov 23
💾 History Anatomy Medical education
  1. The study of anatomy in Victorian London evolved from grave-robbing to a more regulated system with cadavers sourced from workhouses and teaching hospitals.
  2. Dr. Thomas Cooke's School of Anatomy faced challenges due to its location in a densely populated area causing complaints from neighbors about the unpleasant odors and disturbances from dissecting activities.
  3. Despite facing setbacks, Dr. Cooke was known for his innovative teaching methods and contributions to medical literature, emphasizing practical work in anatomy and advocating for hands-on dissection.

Find your Calling

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jun 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical education Insurance Reform
  1. Representation matters in medicine - textbooks need to reflect the diversity of patients to improve healthcare outcomes.
  2. Physicians should address and confront their biases to provide better care for all patients.
  3. Access to healthcare should be equal for everyone, regardless of race, job status, or socioeconomic status.