Elizabeth Katz
@lizkscribe.bsky.social
Science communicator for the Department of Family Medicine & the MDisability program at the University of Michigan. #umich. #umichresearch. Professional writer/editor for 25+ years.
Part-time sewist, gardener, cook/baker & now a perfume 'Nose' in training
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With researchers nationwide facing NIH grant terminations, our member @sbagen.bsky.social (who recently returned to academia after a stint as HHS general counsel) commented to Inside Higher Ed about the grounds for appealing: www.insidehighered.com/news/governm...
How Researchers Could Get Their Canceled NIH Grants Back
The National Institutes of Health terminated numerous federal research grants that officials say no longer align with the agency’s priorities. But experts see multiple avenues to appeal the NIH’s deci...
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April 2, 2025 at 3:56 PM
With researchers nationwide facing NIH grant terminations, our member @sbagen.bsky.social (who recently returned to academia after a stint as HHS general counsel) commented to Inside Higher Ed about the grounds for appealing: www.insidehighered.com/news/governm...
Important story featuring Dr. Oshman, who, along with fellow researchers, have examined newborn drug testing based on the birthing parent's race & ethnicity before & after recreational cannabis legalization. Docs ordered more tests for Black newborns when no test was done during pregnancy.
Thank you for sharing our work to improve #SubstanceUsePolicy on #DrugTesting in #Pregnancy. We will keep pushing for evidence-based, ethical care.
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#AddictionMedicine #MedSky #FMSky #MedTwitter #MaternalHealth #HarmReduction #DrugPolicy
www.themarshallproject.org/2025/04/02/h...
#AddictionMedicine #MedSky #FMSky #MedTwitter #MaternalHealth #HarmReduction #DrugPolicy
April 4, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Important story featuring Dr. Oshman, who, along with fellow researchers, have examined newborn drug testing based on the birthing parent's race & ethnicity before & after recreational cannabis legalization. Docs ordered more tests for Black newborns when no test was done during pregnancy.
Reposted by Elizabeth Katz
Hello Bluesky, especially #healthpolicy, #healthservicesresearch, #medsky & #publichealth folks!
We're here to share the work of the 760+ @umich.edu faculty who belong to our institute, to help them reach broader audiences & have more impact.
We'll also share our events & services for researchers.
We're here to share the work of the 760+ @umich.edu faculty who belong to our institute, to help them reach broader audiences & have more impact.
We'll also share our events & services for researchers.
a yellow flag with a blue m on it is flying in front of a crowd
Alt: a yellow flag with a blue m on it is flying in front of a crowd
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March 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Hello Bluesky, especially #healthpolicy, #healthservicesresearch, #medsky & #publichealth folks!
We're here to share the work of the 760+ @umich.edu faculty who belong to our institute, to help them reach broader audiences & have more impact.
We'll also share our events & services for researchers.
We're here to share the work of the 760+ @umich.edu faculty who belong to our institute, to help them reach broader audiences & have more impact.
We'll also share our events & services for researchers.
As a member of the MDisabilty team, I'm so excited to introduce our newest cohort of summer interns Rahee Amin, Jill Maudlin and Maria Velat! They'll be joining us this summer to keep our momentum going in training the next generation of #disability health researchers! #MedEd michmed.org/YWjdK
March 27, 2025 at 2:37 PM
As a member of the MDisabilty team, I'm so excited to introduce our newest cohort of summer interns Rahee Amin, Jill Maudlin and Maria Velat! They'll be joining us this summer to keep our momentum going in training the next generation of #disability health researchers! #MedEd michmed.org/YWjdK
New paper!
“Information about healthcare use & costs after incident TSCI (traumatic spinal cord injury) is critical to assess care patterns compared with people without TSCI to examine demand and accessibility for specific healthcare services" - Dr. Elham Mahmoudi of U-M Fam Med. michmed.org/DQ7Px
“Information about healthcare use & costs after incident TSCI (traumatic spinal cord injury) is critical to assess care patterns compared with people without TSCI to examine demand and accessibility for specific healthcare services" - Dr. Elham Mahmoudi of U-M Fam Med. michmed.org/DQ7Px
March 24, 2025 at 5:13 PM
New paper!
“Information about healthcare use & costs after incident TSCI (traumatic spinal cord injury) is critical to assess care patterns compared with people without TSCI to examine demand and accessibility for specific healthcare services" - Dr. Elham Mahmoudi of U-M Fam Med. michmed.org/DQ7Px
“Information about healthcare use & costs after incident TSCI (traumatic spinal cord injury) is critical to assess care patterns compared with people without TSCI to examine demand and accessibility for specific healthcare services" - Dr. Elham Mahmoudi of U-M Fam Med. michmed.org/DQ7Px
MYHealth, within the U-M Department of Family Medicine, is hiring undergrad Research Facilitators to work with our 2025-2026 high school cohort. Work is 100% online. You’ll receive ongoing training in research methods, facilitation, lesson planning & more! Apply by March 30 at bit.ly/3WP8ddF
March 12, 2025 at 6:26 PM
MYHealth, within the U-M Department of Family Medicine, is hiring undergrad Research Facilitators to work with our 2025-2026 high school cohort. Work is 100% online. You’ll receive ongoing training in research methods, facilitation, lesson planning & more! Apply by March 30 at bit.ly/3WP8ddF
Just published from Dr. @loshman.bsky.social et al! New residency application signals & preferences are promising ways to help coordinators select suitable candidates. However, they didn't help them discern whether applicants truly preferred family medicine. More study is needed. michmed.org/4kRdY
March 12, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Just published from Dr. @loshman.bsky.social et al! New residency application signals & preferences are promising ways to help coordinators select suitable candidates. However, they didn't help them discern whether applicants truly preferred family medicine. More study is needed. michmed.org/4kRdY
🆕 Very interesting paper by @loshman.bsky.social et al. High cost of meds that assist with weight loss, and improve overall health, is a primary barrier to insurance coverage. Health plan leaders are calling on pharmaceutical companies to reduce list prices to increase equitable medication access.
New publication alert ! We interviewed health insurance leaders to understand how they are responding to high #incretinmimetic #glp prices while still trying to offer high quality #obesity care to their beneficiaries. www.ajmc.com/view/underst...
Understanding Insurance Coverage Policies for Incretin Mimetics for Weight Management
The high cost of incretin mimetics for weight management limits insurance coverage and potentiates variation in utilization management strategies to control near-term spending.
www.ajmc.com
February 3, 2025 at 4:14 PM
🆕 Very interesting paper by @loshman.bsky.social et al. High cost of meds that assist with weight loss, and improve overall health, is a primary barrier to insurance coverage. Health plan leaders are calling on pharmaceutical companies to reduce list prices to increase equitable medication access.
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📢 Our latest Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes Annual Report is here! 🎉 Kudos to our incredible design team who crafted our data into a compelling, visually engaging story. 🙌
Full report here: mct2d-annual-report-2024.shorthandstories.com/2024-mct2d-a...
#medsky #T2D #CQI #quality
Full report here: mct2d-annual-report-2024.shorthandstories.com/2024-mct2d-a...
#medsky #T2D #CQI #quality
2024 MCT2D Annual Report
The Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes2024 YEAR IN REVIEW
mct2d-annual-report-2024.shorthandstories.com
January 31, 2025 at 11:27 PM
📢 Our latest Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes Annual Report is here! 🎉 Kudos to our incredible design team who crafted our data into a compelling, visually engaging story. 🙌
Full report here: mct2d-annual-report-2024.shorthandstories.com/2024-mct2d-a...
#medsky #T2D #CQI #quality
Full report here: mct2d-annual-report-2024.shorthandstories.com/2024-mct2d-a...
#medsky #T2D #CQI #quality
Reposted by Elizabeth Katz
AAPD put together an explainer on the federal funding freeze. While the explainer goes into more detail, what we know can be said in one sentence: Lots of critical programs are impacted by this freeze, & within its first day, this action has already caused serious harm.
www.aapd.com/federal-fund...
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Explaining the Impact of the Federal Funding Pause on People with Disabilities - AAPD
Last Updated January 28, 2025 at 11:50pm ET Note: This explainer is based on a rapidly evolving situation and will be updated as we receive more information. What is the federal funding pause? On Jan...
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January 29, 2025 at 5:47 AM
AAPD put together an explainer on the federal funding freeze. While the explainer goes into more detail, what we know can be said in one sentence: Lots of critical programs are impacted by this freeze, & within its first day, this action has already caused serious harm.
www.aapd.com/federal-fund...
www.aapd.com/federal-fund...
Students who participate in the MDisability Summer Internship go on to do great things in the disability health space, including becoming docs who can care for those with disabilities. Here's your chance to take part in that legacy.
Apply now for our 2025 summer internship program: bit.ly/49qwtYF
Apply now for our 2025 summer internship program: bit.ly/49qwtYF
January 29, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Students who participate in the MDisability Summer Internship go on to do great things in the disability health space, including becoming docs who can care for those with disabilities. Here's your chance to take part in that legacy.
Apply now for our 2025 summer internship program: bit.ly/49qwtYF
Apply now for our 2025 summer internship program: bit.ly/49qwtYF
🌟 ICYMI: Dr. Chad Ruffin @chadruffinmd.bsky.social, an ENT who is deaf, was the first speaker for the 2025 MDisability Provider Series webinar, where he spoke about providing comprehensive care for those with hearing loss.
👉 Watch his excellent, ASL-guided presentation online: michmed.org/MyzyR
👉 Watch his excellent, ASL-guided presentation online: michmed.org/MyzyR
January 28, 2025 at 7:23 PM
🌟 ICYMI: Dr. Chad Ruffin @chadruffinmd.bsky.social, an ENT who is deaf, was the first speaker for the 2025 MDisability Provider Series webinar, where he spoke about providing comprehensive care for those with hearing loss.
👉 Watch his excellent, ASL-guided presentation online: michmed.org/MyzyR
👉 Watch his excellent, ASL-guided presentation online: michmed.org/MyzyR
New research from @kgoldmd.bsky.social et al finds that Family Med docs receive about 17 messages per patient-facing clinic hour, the highest of any primary care doc. Payment for patient care over the portal is needed so that primary care docs are still available for routine care. michmed.org/Kkbbe
January 28, 2025 at 3:51 PM
New research from @kgoldmd.bsky.social et al finds that Family Med docs receive about 17 messages per patient-facing clinic hour, the highest of any primary care doc. Payment for patient care over the portal is needed so that primary care docs are still available for routine care. michmed.org/Kkbbe
Ha, @karagavin.bsky.social! Scene from the film, "Working Girl," if I recall correctly?
That feeling when you just submitted a bunch of nominations for #statmadness on the @statnews.com website thinking you’ve gotten in _just_ under the deadline….
only to notice they extended the deadline.
only to notice they extended the deadline.
a woman is running in a room with a man standing behind her
Alt: Scene from the movie Broadcast News where a producer is racing to get to the newsroom and nearly gets hit by a file cabinet drawer opening but dives to her knees and skids under it
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January 17, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Ha, @karagavin.bsky.social! Scene from the film, "Working Girl," if I recall correctly?
Dr. Paul Chandanabhumma on his new NAPCRG Work Group role:
“I am committed to advocating for participatory research as valid approaches to realize health equity for the ultimate benefit of patients and communities worldwide.”
Congrats, @paulsribhenc.bsky.social!
#umichresearch
bit.ly/3OGEwXL
“I am committed to advocating for participatory research as valid approaches to realize health equity for the ultimate benefit of patients and communities worldwide.”
Congrats, @paulsribhenc.bsky.social!
#umichresearch
bit.ly/3OGEwXL
January 14, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Dr. Paul Chandanabhumma on his new NAPCRG Work Group role:
“I am committed to advocating for participatory research as valid approaches to realize health equity for the ultimate benefit of patients and communities worldwide.”
Congrats, @paulsribhenc.bsky.social!
#umichresearch
bit.ly/3OGEwXL
“I am committed to advocating for participatory research as valid approaches to realize health equity for the ultimate benefit of patients and communities worldwide.”
Congrats, @paulsribhenc.bsky.social!
#umichresearch
bit.ly/3OGEwXL
Michigan Medicine's MDisability program is seeking students interested in promoting better health for people with disabilities!
We're accepting applications for our 2025 Summer Internship, which runs from June 16 – August 15. Submit your info by 12 a.m. Jan. 31, EDT!
More info: bit.ly/49qwtYF
We're accepting applications for our 2025 Summer Internship, which runs from June 16 – August 15. Submit your info by 12 a.m. Jan. 31, EDT!
More info: bit.ly/49qwtYF
January 13, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Michigan Medicine's MDisability program is seeking students interested in promoting better health for people with disabilities!
We're accepting applications for our 2025 Summer Internship, which runs from June 16 – August 15. Submit your info by 12 a.m. Jan. 31, EDT!
More info: bit.ly/49qwtYF
We're accepting applications for our 2025 Summer Internship, which runs from June 16 – August 15. Submit your info by 12 a.m. Jan. 31, EDT!
More info: bit.ly/49qwtYF
Research stories about work from Dr. @loshman.bsky.social et al and Dr. @tylergjamesphd.bsky.social et al were selected as among the top 12 stories by Michigan Med Health Lab blog writers. We thank them for promoting our faculty's important work! Check out stories No. 3 and No. 11: bit.ly/3DPyjqf
12 stories from 2024 worth a second look
Health Lab writers selected 12 stories for you to read from 2024 that are worth revisiting before kicking off a brand-new year.
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January 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Research stories about work from Dr. @loshman.bsky.social et al and Dr. @tylergjamesphd.bsky.social et al were selected as among the top 12 stories by Michigan Med Health Lab blog writers. We thank them for promoting our faculty's important work! Check out stories No. 3 and No. 11: bit.ly/3DPyjqf
🎉 I'm thrilled to announce that Asst Prof @paulsribhenc.bsky.social has been appointed as U.S. Co-Chair of NAPCRG’s Participatory Health Research Work Group/Committee for Advancing the Science of Family Medicine. He’ll help promote collaborative primary care research partnerships. bit.ly/3OGEwXL
January 9, 2025 at 3:02 PM
🎉 I'm thrilled to announce that Asst Prof @paulsribhenc.bsky.social has been appointed as U.S. Co-Chair of NAPCRG’s Participatory Health Research Work Group/Committee for Advancing the Science of Family Medicine. He’ll help promote collaborative primary care research partnerships. bit.ly/3OGEwXL
Today at 12 p.m. EDT! MDisability welcomes Dr. @chadruffinmd.bsky.social who'll discuss "Beyond Amplification: Hearing Loss for Primary Care Providers." This event will be moderated by Michael M. McKee, MD, MPH, and ASL interpreters will be present during the session. Register now! bit.ly/3ZAZYTf
This Thursday! @chadruffinmd.bsky.social will be the featured speaker of MDisability's Provider Webinar Series from 12-1 p.m. EDT. Dr. Ruffin will speak about the importance of providing holistic care for people with hearing loss & discuss new treatment strategies. Register now! bit.ly/3ZAZYTf
January 9, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Today at 12 p.m. EDT! MDisability welcomes Dr. @chadruffinmd.bsky.social who'll discuss "Beyond Amplification: Hearing Loss for Primary Care Providers." This event will be moderated by Michael M. McKee, MD, MPH, and ASL interpreters will be present during the session. Register now! bit.ly/3ZAZYTf
This Thursday! @chadruffinmd.bsky.social will be the featured speaker of MDisability's Provider Webinar Series from 12-1 p.m. EDT. Dr. Ruffin will speak about the importance of providing holistic care for people with hearing loss & discuss new treatment strategies. Register now! bit.ly/3ZAZYTf
January 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM
This Thursday! @chadruffinmd.bsky.social will be the featured speaker of MDisability's Provider Webinar Series from 12-1 p.m. EDT. Dr. Ruffin will speak about the importance of providing holistic care for people with hearing loss & discuss new treatment strategies. Register now! bit.ly/3ZAZYTf
Great (and updated!) piece by one of my fellow University of Michigan communicators, featuring Family Med Department Chair @philrodgersmd.bsky.social, a national advocate for better access to high-quality palliative care, including hospice care.
Back when Jimmy Carter entered hospice nearly two years ago, I interviewed a pair of Univ. of Michigan end-of-life care experts for an #explainer on what hospice is, who’s eligible, and the #healthpolicy issues surrounding it.
I just updated the piece today:
www.michiganmedicine.org/health-lab/w...
I just updated the piece today:
www.michiganmedicine.org/health-lab/w...
What experts wish more people knew about hospice and other end-of-life care
Hospice, palliative care, end-of-life decisions, long-term care insurance and durable power of attorney are all things people with serious health issues should think about.
www.michiganmedicine.org
January 6, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Great (and updated!) piece by one of my fellow University of Michigan communicators, featuring Family Med Department Chair @philrodgersmd.bsky.social, a national advocate for better access to high-quality palliative care, including hospice care.
Check out the mention of @tylergjamesphd.bsky.social & his Sandy-Hassmiller Early Career Health Services Research Award thru U-M's Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation! He will examine misclassification bias in research w/ deaf & hard-of-hearing patients. ihpi.umich.edu/ihpi-2024-ye...
IHPI 2024 Year in Review
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December 19, 2024 at 9:18 PM
Check out the mention of @tylergjamesphd.bsky.social & his Sandy-Hassmiller Early Career Health Services Research Award thru U-M's Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation! He will examine misclassification bias in research w/ deaf & hard-of-hearing patients. ihpi.umich.edu/ihpi-2024-ye...
Compelling @nytimes.com story about a Michigan insurer restricting coverage of weight loss drugs. U-M Family Med's Drs. Jonathan Gabison and Amal Othman, along with Dr. Andrew Kraftson of Internal Medicine contributed comments about the dilemma patients are facing with coverage loss. nyti.ms/4gJCzWp
Weight Loss Drugs Changed Their Lives. Then They Lost Coverage. (Gift Article)
In Michigan, the state’s largest insurer has tightened restrictions around medications like Wegovy. Patients are panicking.
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December 19, 2024 at 7:02 PM
Compelling @nytimes.com story about a Michigan insurer restricting coverage of weight loss drugs. U-M Family Med's Drs. Jonathan Gabison and Amal Othman, along with Dr. Andrew Kraftson of Internal Medicine contributed comments about the dilemma patients are facing with coverage loss. nyti.ms/4gJCzWp
Looking forward to welcoming you to the University of Michigan, Dr. Ruffin. As a member of the MDisability team, can't wait to hear your presentation!
Honored to speak at the University of Michigan's MDisability series! to improve primary care for people with disabilities. Join us–no need to be a doctor.
"Beyond Amplification: Hearing Loss for Primary Care Providers."
January 9, 12-1 p.m. EDT
ASL interpreters available.
Register: bit.ly/3PM9peK
"Beyond Amplification: Hearing Loss for Primary Care Providers."
January 9, 12-1 p.m. EDT
ASL interpreters available.
Register: bit.ly/3PM9peK
December 12, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Looking forward to welcoming you to the University of Michigan, Dr. Ruffin. As a member of the MDisability team, can't wait to hear your presentation!
Watch this great #umichresearch interview by Dr. Lauren Oshman of U-M's Dept. of Family Medicine who spoke with WDIV Local 4 news about medications for #obesity. She was also featured in a @detroit-free-press.bsky.social story earlier this year, discussing a similar topic: bit.ly/49sbGmL
Thanks to WDIV Detroit for highlighting our research; older adults overwhelming want Medicare to cover medication treatment for obesity. youtu.be/NrkDT05ntCk?... #MichiganMedicine #ihpi
Majority of older adults support Medicare coverage for weight drugs
YouTube video by Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV
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December 3, 2024 at 5:05 PM
Watch this great #umichresearch interview by Dr. Lauren Oshman of U-M's Dept. of Family Medicine who spoke with WDIV Local 4 news about medications for #obesity. She was also featured in a @detroit-free-press.bsky.social story earlier this year, discussing a similar topic: bit.ly/49sbGmL