Natasha Bhuyan, MD, FAAFP
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Natasha Bhuyan, MD, FAAFP
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Family Physician, #MedSky #FMsky -ing about primary care & lessons in leadership | Public Health | Digital Health | QV | LGBT care | GAC | Menopause | (she/her)
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#CecileRichards wasn’t just a fierce advocate for reproductive rights – she was a beacon of hope for so many. I was so lucky to serve on the Planned Parenthood Board while she was president. To honor Cecile’s legacy, let’s keep fighting for the freedom and justice that everyone deserves.
January 20, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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Wait…so he admits a billionaire bought Twitter to influence the election? #MedSky
Vinay Prasad: I remember when many in the mainstream media criticized his decision to buy Twitter for 44 billion. They called it a waste. Looks like he's going to get the greatest return on investment by shaping the election and the fate of the 21st century.
December 17, 2024 at 4:34 AM
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Dr. Oz will likely expand Medicare Advantage, where commercial insurers provide coverage by contracting with Medicare.
Proponents of Medicare Advantage say the private plans offer more compelling services than the government and better manage the costs of care. Critics note that Medicare Advantage plans have a long history of costing taxpayers more than the traditional program. UnitedHealth, CVS, and Cigna are all substantial players in the Medicare Advantage market. It's not always a good relationship with the government. The Department of Justice filed a 2017 complaint against UnitedHealth alleging the company used false information to inflate charges to the government. The case is ongoing.
November 25, 2024 at 3:03 AM
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I literally don’t accept pens from pharmaceutical companies because it could be a perceived conflict of interest. Meanwhile… #MedSky
Dr. Oz Held Millions In Healthcare Investments, Raising Potential Conflicts For Medicare And Medicaid Amy Feldman Forbes Staff Senior editor
November 21, 2024 at 5:10 AM
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AI outperforms doctors in multiple studies - and is often rated higher in empathy, too. Thoughts from #MedSky? www.nytimes.com/2024/11/17/h...
The chatbot, from the company OpenAI, scored an average of 90 percent when diagnosing a medical condition from a case report and explaining its reasoning. Doctors randomly assigned to use the chatbot got an average score of 76 percent. Those randomly assigned not to use it had an average score of 74 percent. The study showed more than just the chatbot’s superior performance. It unveiled doctors’ sometimes unwavering belief in a diagnosis they made, even when a chatbot potentially suggests a better one.
November 19, 2024 at 3:48 AM
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Wow, this is big news in primary care. Forward is abruptly canceling appointments and shutting down.
We regret to inform you that we will be closing our Forward locations, canceling scheduled visits, and shutting down our mobile application effective immediately. We know this news is abrupt, so we are committed to helping you navigate your care transition in the days to come. Starting today you will no longer have access to the Forward app, but our medical team is available at clinical@goforward.com to support your care until December 13, 2024. We will provide further information about how to access your medical records in the future as well as some suggested resources for finding a new provider. Over the last 8 years, it’s been a privilege to provide the world’s best preventive care to our members. Thank you for being an integral part of our mission to help get the world one step closer to more affordable and accessible care.
November 13, 2024 at 5:50 PM