@MedWriterDeb

Medical Journalist and former managing editor for @MedscapePsych and @MedscapeNeuro News

Joined August 2015
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Another of ours from #AAIC22: ICU stays are associated with a doubling of the risk for developing dementia medscape.com/viewarticle/978… @MedscapeNeuro @MedscapePsych
Our @Medscape story from #AAIC22 on loss of smell, not disease severity, predicting persistent cognitive impairment 1 year after COVID: medscape.com/viewarticle/978… @alzassociation @MedscapeNeuro @MedscapePsych

COVID Smell Loss Tops Severity as Cognitive Impairment Predictor

Persistent loss of smell is a better predictor of long-term cognitive impairment than severity of COVID-19 infection.

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Such an inspiring journey! Our story on the amazing @i_amNanaKojo by journalist Emily Sohn: medscape.com/viewarticle/974… @MedscapeNeuro

Neurosurgeon in the Making: The Amazing Journey of Kwadwo Sarpong

How did a young immigrant, who began life in the US as a janitor, start several nonprofits, garner invitations to the White House, and achieve his dream of pursuing a career in neurosurgery? Read on.

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What an amazing story about @dennisougrin and efforts to help Ukraine hospitals by @aliciaault . Wowza! @MedscapePsych @APAPsychiatric @Euro_Psychiatry medscape.com/viewarticle/972…

Psychiatrist Steps Up to Deliver Precious Cargo to Ukraine

Professional organizations and individuals are rallying to help Ukrainian colleagues, including one psychiatrist who drove his own vehicle filled with supplies ― and a much-needed ultrasound.

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What incredible dedication to the field -- Dr Irwin Marcus was seeing patients even after he turned 102! He leaves behind a long and impressive legacy. Nice story by Erik Greb @MedscapeErik - "Beloved Psychiatrist Dies at 102" medscape.com/viewarticle/961… @TulaneMedicine
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Erik Greb@MedscapeErik4 Oct 2021
The #NobelPrize has been awarded to physiologist #DavidJulius, PhD, and neuroscientist #ArdemPatapoutian, PhD, for their research into receptors for temperature and touch. medscape.com/viewarticle/960…

Scientists Who Unlocked Secrets of Pain Sensation Win Nobel Prize

David Julius, PhD, and Ardem Patapoutian, PhD, have been awarded the 2021 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discovering receptors for temperature and touch.

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Kaz Nelson, MD@KazJNelson16 Sep 2021
Check out this article by Emily Sohn @Medscape for insights on #pandemic #EmpathyFatigue from Drs. Mona Masood (@ShrinkRapping), Heidi Erickson of (@HennepinHC) & me. medscape.com/viewarticle/958…

'Empathy Fatigue' in Clinicians Rises With Latest COVID-19 Surge

Amid yet another nationwide surge in COVID-19 cases, clinicians are speaking out about their growing frustration and a concerning loss of empathy for unvaccinated patients who are fueling the...

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"Empathy fatigue" and "burnout that I feel to my bones" is growing in clinicians during the latest #COVID19 surge. From @MedscapePsych , including tips on fighting it from Dr @KazJNelson and Dr Mona Masood @ShrinkRapping medscape.com/viewarticle/958… #empathyfatigue

'Empathy Fatigue' in Clinicians Rises With Latest COVID-19 Surge

Amid yet another nationwide surge in COVID-19 cases, clinicians are speaking out about their growing frustration and a concerning loss of empathy for unvaccinated patients who are fueling the...

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Great story from Patrice Wendling @pwendl with @theheartorg ! This tweet from the Connecticut ACC was wrong on so many levels: medscape.com/viewarticle/956… #cardiotwitter

Connecticut Chapter of ACC at Center of Twitter Dustup

A tweet taking aim at a medical student's lament over unrelenting hospital hours prompted a fiery exchange, an apology, and even accusations of hacking.

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"Now that it's available, let's put up some guardrails and use it appropriately." First guidelines on use of controversial Alzheimer's drug #aducanumab released to coincide with #AAIC21 medscape.com/viewarticle/955… #AAIC2021

First Guidance on Use of Controversial Alzheimer's Drug

An expert panel provides initial recommendations for the safe and effective use of the controversial anti-amyloid drug aducanumab, as infusions start and clinicians request clarity and advice.

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Abstract, first draft, submitted manuscript, published after two rounds of revisions 🙌 #TheFrenchDispatch #CannesFilmFestival #AcademicTwitter #NeuroTwitter @annabonkhoff @BretznerM @rwregen @schirmermd #RostLab – at Boston, MA
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BREAKING NEWS: FDA is now calling for federal investigation into its controversial Alzheimer's drug approval. ms.spr.ly/6014nXxLM

FDA Head Calls for Inquiry Into Agency's Approval of Aducanumab

Following the US Food and Drug Administration's controversial approval of aducanumab for Alzheimer's, the head of the agency is now calling for a federal investigation into its own approval proceed...

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Medscape's story by Erik Greb on the passing of #VerneCaviness - a beloved neurologist, professor, researcher, and colleague: medscape.com/viewarticle/954… @MGHNeurology @MGHNeuroSci @harvardneuromds @MedscapeErik

Highly Respected, Beloved Neurologist Dies

Highly respected and beloved pediatric neurologist Verne Strudwick Caviness, Jr, attended on the stroke and child neurology services at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston for five decades.

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An important, ultimately inspiring story... medscape.com/viewarticle/951… @MedscapePsych . With nice quotes from @downstatedoctor Dr Michael F Myers.

What Brought Me Back From the Brink of Suicide

William Lynes, MD, first attempted suicide at age 45.Two more attempts followed. Ultimately he found salvation writing and speaking about his experience to help other physicians battling mental...

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Some of the @MedscapePsych team, along w/ presenters, at a press briefing yesterday at #APAAM21 . That MIGHT be me in the lower left corner. ;-)
Ginnie Titterton@DCGinnie1 May 2021
New research press briefing hosted by the one & only Dr. Jeff Borenstein #APAAM21
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I couldn't have said this any better. :-)
Natalia S. Rost, MD, MPH, FAAN@NataliaRostMD20 Apr 2021
Let’s raise a glass🍷 to life, hope and justice ⁦🙌 Wine-tasting at #AANAM could not come at a better time in the week ⁦@AANMember⁩ 🎉🎊 Cheers 🥂
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Every day, the evidence base for telehealth/telepsychiatry grows. When surveyed, our members reported high patient satisfaction and greatly reduced "no-show" rates with telepsychiatry patients. It has become an essential tool for every psychiatrist. medscape.com/viewarticle/948…

Telehealth Safe, Effective for Acutely Ill Psychiatric Patients

Virtual and in-person partial hospitalization care are equally effective for acutely ill psychiatric patients, with higher adherence and completion rates and lower suicidal ideation in the virtual-...

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How were the COVID-19 vaccines developed so quickly — and can Dr. Fauci explain in 15 seconds or less? Watch below to find out:
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Honored to be sworn in as your Surgeon General. I owe this day to my family who has guided & supported me every step of the way. I stand ready to work with you to end this pandemic & build a world where good health is within everyone’s grasp. Follow @Surgeon_General for updates.
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This discussion of whether to tell patients about their diagnosis of borderline personality d/o (answer: yes) offers a chance to reflect on the evolution in psychiatric practices of sharing diagnoses with patients (see my comments): medscape.com/viewarticle/947… via @medscape

BPD Diagnosis: To Tell or Not to Tell Your Patient?

A recent Twitter discussion among physicians has reopened the debate on whether or not a patient should be told he or she has a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder.

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