Michael Burk, MD
@mjburkmd.medsky.social
Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician | #MedEd | #Medsky | #POCUS | @LouLectures founder | #Neurodiversity Fam | #Photography enthusiast | Nashville, TN | "Is going to need sleep" | Opinions are mine alone
Reposted by Michael Burk, MD
In related news, the claim ‘the Tooth Fairy does not actually take lost baby teeth from under pillows’ is not an evidence-based claim because studies have not ruled out the possibility that magical beings are secretly thieving teeth in the dead of night…”
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CDC backpedals on vaccines and autism, despite earlier assurances from RFK Jr.
The CDC, under the direction of an unqualified health secretary, is now promoting claims that flunk Logic 101.
www.ms.now
November 20, 2025 at 8:43 PM
In related news, the claim ‘the Tooth Fairy does not actually take lost baby teeth from under pillows’ is not an evidence-based claim because studies have not ruled out the possibility that magical beings are secretly thieving teeth in the dead of night…”
www.ms.now/rachel-maddo...
www.ms.now/rachel-maddo...
Dear #MedSky, my wife chose violence this morning when I texted her post call to let her know how my night was. I feel simultaneously very seen and very called out :)
November 20, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Dear #MedSky, my wife chose violence this morning when I texted her post call to let her know how my night was. I feel simultaneously very seen and very called out :)
All weird politics stuff aside: If a friend or loved one sincerely expresses belief in demonic possession in the year 2025, please, help them seek professional psychiatric assistance. They are not well.
Yesterday, a Republican tried to give me holy water and Trump perfume because I’m “demonic.”
Extremely normal stuff coming from an extremely normal party.
Extremely normal stuff coming from an extremely normal party.
November 18, 2025 at 3:39 AM
All weird politics stuff aside: If a friend or loved one sincerely expresses belief in demonic possession in the year 2025, please, help them seek professional psychiatric assistance. They are not well.
Does anyone have a dot phrase or auto text for accommodations or suggestions for supporting #autistic patients admitted to the hospital? I've already noted that nonverbal pain scales are unlikely to be accurate & asking pt about sensory needs, but I'd like to do better.
#Autresearch #Autism #Medsky
#Autresearch #Autism #Medsky
November 17, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Does anyone have a dot phrase or auto text for accommodations or suggestions for supporting #autistic patients admitted to the hospital? I've already noted that nonverbal pain scales are unlikely to be accurate & asking pt about sensory needs, but I'd like to do better.
#Autresearch #Autism #Medsky
#Autresearch #Autism #Medsky
#Boilerup
Filthiest ball fake you'll probably see this week, the defender looks like Wiley Coyote rocketing over a cliff:
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Filthiest ball fake you'll probably see this week, the defender looks like Wiley Coyote rocketing over a cliff:
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November 17, 2025 at 4:00 AM
#Boilerup
Filthiest ball fake you'll probably see this week, the defender looks like Wiley Coyote rocketing over a cliff:
x.com/BigTenNetwor...
Filthiest ball fake you'll probably see this week, the defender looks like Wiley Coyote rocketing over a cliff:
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#CaptionContest
", how many times do I have to tell you? No, not today Satan. Your appointment is NEXT week."
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Tutivillus Is Watching You
For medieval scribes, mistakes couldn’t be easily shrugged off, as Tutivillus, the stickler demon, was always looking over their shoulders.
By: Amelia Soth
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At PG:
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#books #old_manuscripts
For medieval scribes, mistakes couldn’t be easily shrugged off, as Tutivillus, the stickler demon, was always looking over their shoulders.
By: Amelia Soth
daily.jstor.org/tutivillus-i...
At PG:
www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/subje...
#books #old_manuscripts
November 13, 2025 at 10:56 AM
#CaptionContest
", how many times do I have to tell you? No, not today Satan. Your appointment is NEXT week."
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While this is another terrible policy choice, how did this get published without the hashtag #Pastapocalypse
107% tariffs on Italian pasta imports = great way to reduce grocery prices
now they've done it www.wsj.com/world/europe...
November 10, 2025 at 5:56 PM
While this is another terrible policy choice, how did this get published without the hashtag #Pastapocalypse
To borrow someone else's phrase, Mike Johnson must have been a C-section baby the way he avoids labor.
If only the Speaker put half as much energy into governing as he does into avoiding work.
He still hasn’t sworn in Representative-elect Grijalva, people are hungry, planes are grounded, and Republicans are on vacation.
They’re showing you exactly who they are. Believe them.
He still hasn’t sworn in Representative-elect Grijalva, people are hungry, planes are grounded, and Republicans are on vacation.
They’re showing you exactly who they are. Believe them.
November 8, 2025 at 4:01 AM
To borrow someone else's phrase, Mike Johnson must have been a C-section baby the way he avoids labor.
I will say as much criticism as I have given (and will probably continue to give) on how much of an anti science charlatan he is, he did at least go to the person and help. It even looks like he was starting to check ABCs. I've seen roadrunner cameos longer than RFKs exit.
RFK Jr's response to someone collapsing nearby him was to haul ass out of the room as quickly as possible
November 6, 2025 at 8:23 PM
I will say as much criticism as I have given (and will probably continue to give) on how much of an anti science charlatan he is, he did at least go to the person and help. It even looks like he was starting to check ABCs. I've seen roadrunner cameos longer than RFKs exit.
I feel like treating chronic cough in the pulmonary world is 90% setting expectations. The other half is making sure the actual workup is done. #Pulmsky
October 28, 2025 at 12:04 PM
I feel like treating chronic cough in the pulmonary world is 90% setting expectations. The other half is making sure the actual workup is done. #Pulmsky
"Hey, just wanted to confirm with you that you are still good with swapping call days this upcoming weekend." 🤣
Zero pressure; just love you
October 27, 2025 at 1:03 AM
"Hey, just wanted to confirm with you that you are still good with swapping call days this upcoming weekend." 🤣
If you're looking for a 🎵 change of pace this morning, #CouchTheBand is a great group with a new album out. They have a somewhat "fall coded" sound but have continued to expand with a soul/pop/old soul Motown album that feels perfect for a dreary morning in Nashville. youtube.com/playlist?lis...
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October 26, 2025 at 2:26 PM
If you're looking for a 🎵 change of pace this morning, #CouchTheBand is a great group with a new album out. They have a somewhat "fall coded" sound but have continued to expand with a soul/pop/old soul Motown album that feels perfect for a dreary morning in Nashville. youtube.com/playlist?lis...
I thank you for this unbelievable dad joke
tell her this one instead
Q: Why do Norwegian military ships have bar codes on the stern?
A: So they can scan the navy in!
It's also not a riddle, but she'll be too mad to be disappointed
Q: Why do Norwegian military ships have bar codes on the stern?
A: So they can scan the navy in!
It's also not a riddle, but she'll be too mad to be disappointed
October 24, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I thank you for this unbelievable dad joke
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So you should really watch this. Just 2 minutes. But a window into the truly radical nature of the people Trump is nominating.
When pressed today, the nominee to be Ambassador to South Africa refuses to oppose reinstituting laws to prevent black people from voting in America.
When pressed today, the nominee to be Ambassador to South Africa refuses to oppose reinstituting laws to prevent black people from voting in America.
October 24, 2025 at 6:05 PM
So you should really watch this. Just 2 minutes. But a window into the truly radical nature of the people Trump is nominating.
When pressed today, the nominee to be Ambassador to South Africa refuses to oppose reinstituting laws to prevent black people from voting in America.
When pressed today, the nominee to be Ambassador to South Africa refuses to oppose reinstituting laws to prevent black people from voting in America.
Reposted by Michael Burk, MD
This is the ad Donald Trump woke up furious about.
Would be a shame if it went viral.
Would be a shame if it went viral.
October 24, 2025 at 12:59 PM
This is the ad Donald Trump woke up furious about.
Would be a shame if it went viral.
Would be a shame if it went viral.
The more I play this game the more I like it :)
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October 24, 2025 at 1:42 AM
The more I play this game the more I like it :)
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Unfortunately, this seems too stupid not to be real. I'm waiting on my first consult....
October 23, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Unfortunately, this seems too stupid not to be real. I'm waiting on my first consult....
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“I was with you, until you said ‘pregnant people.’”
I get this a lot. I’m an abortion provider, and the CEO and President of an org known for abortion advocacy. Let’s talk about why I use inclusive language — and why I’m not stopping. 🧵
I get this a lot. I’m an abortion provider, and the CEO and President of an org known for abortion advocacy. Let’s talk about why I use inclusive language — and why I’m not stopping. 🧵
October 21, 2025 at 7:32 PM
“I was with you, until you said ‘pregnant people.’”
I get this a lot. I’m an abortion provider, and the CEO and President of an org known for abortion advocacy. Let’s talk about why I use inclusive language — and why I’m not stopping. 🧵
I get this a lot. I’m an abortion provider, and the CEO and President of an org known for abortion advocacy. Let’s talk about why I use inclusive language — and why I’m not stopping. 🧵
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Find your local protest here:
www.nokings.org
www.nokings.org
October 18, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Find your local protest here:
www.nokings.org
www.nokings.org