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Please join us in welcoming our newest member We Want Life (WWL). WWL was founded by Esraa, a cancer patient advocate who has worked with thousands of patients since 2011. She gained in-depth experience in five years and learned valuable insights that led to the establishment of WWL. Patients have something to say, patients have useful input for the policy makers. Patients need guidance to say their insights in a useful way. Patients are the end users of the health care system. Patients need a chair at the table where decisions are made. Patients need training and inspiration to be able to earn the chair. Patients need this chair because they need life to be more precious, they need a quality life, so it is time to start our patient advocacy group, because we all want a life! Empowering patients to positively impact the healthcare system in the best possible way. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGAhf8cp

Today, I engaged in a meaningful discussion with a prominent group of family medicine specialists on the Cardio-Renal-Metabolic syndrome and the importance of a patient-centric approach. It was eye-opening to discover a lower-than-expected familiarity with the American Heart Association's Cardio-Renal-Metabolic syndrome staging system among these specialists. Empowering primary care providers, especially family medicine specialists, plays a pivotal role in shaping the future landscape of CRM medicine. #FamilyMedicine #PrimaryCare #HealthcareLeadership #CardioRenalMetabolic

In the recent episode of Passionate Pioneers with Mike Biselli, Clark Chang, OD, and Director of Global Medical Affairs at Glaukos, brings a clinician’s perspective to advancing care for chronic eye diseases like keratoconus and outlines key priorities like improving diagnosis and education to ensure patients receive timely, effective treatment. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gJ9ciHfi

👁️👁️ World Sight Day 2024 👁️👁️ Vision, our most dominant sense, plays a critical role in every facet and stage of our lives. Without vision, we struggle to learn, to walk, to read, to participate in school, and to work. Yet, we often take our vision for granted. Remember, regular eye examinations are crucial for early detection and prevention of vision loss in children.1 Together with the dedication of healthcare professionals, let's help decrease the incidence of vision loss. Join us in raising awareness on World Sight Day 2024. Share this post and encourage others to prioritize their eye health. 📲👍 #WorldSightDay #Baxter #SaveAndSustainLives Reference: 1 -Loh AR, Chiang MF. Pediatric Vision Screening. Pediatr Rev. 2018 May;39(5):225-234. Baxter is a registered trademark of Baxter International Inc. EMA-00-240052 (v1) 10/2024

Healthcare Harmony: Embracing MLK's Vision in Today's Pharmacy World - D… Join Dr. Joaquin Acosta on this significant Martin Luther King Day for an illuminating 'Know Your Pharmacist Livestream.' Today, we blend the vision of MLK with the evolving world of pharmacy. From discussing Walgreens' diversity initiatives to exploring cutting-edge mental health tech, art therapy’s role in menopause, and the future of cannabis laws in New Mexico, we delve deep into topics that shape our healthcare experience. We'll also highlight the pressures men face in society and honor community resilience leaders on this day of reflection. Segments: "Pharmacist Frontline: Reflecting on MLK's Legacy in Pharmacy" "Tech Talk: Innovations in Mental Health Tech - A 2024 Perspective" "Enlightenment Hour: Art Therapy - Navigating Menopause Creatively" "Herbal Wellness Corner: Cannabis Law Evolution in New Mexico" "Community Spotlight: Doña Ana County - Champions of Resili…

Here's a thought experiment - What defines an MS expert? One response is that it's an individual with many years of research and clinical expertise. Indeed this is one way to consider MS expertise. There is another way to look at MS expertise - through the lived experience of people with MS. Viewing expertise through this lens means that there are nearly 3 million MS experts worldwide. People with MS must be engaged to bring their unique perspectives and expertise to inform our drive to cure MS. During last year's ECTRIMS MSMilan 2023 Congress we saw a great example of what this engagement can look like. The ECTRIMS Patient Community Day brought together people with MS, NMOSD, and other demyelinating diseases, researchers, and patient organization leaders for conversations about progress, challenges, and opportunities for impact. In this ECTRIMS podcast, National MS Society leadership volunteer Bonnie L. Higgins and I joined Brett Drummond on the ECTRIMS podcast for a conversation about the ECTRIMS Patient Community Day. We shared our thoughts as a person living with MS (Bonnie) and a patient organization leader (Tim) on the importance of creating these opportunities for collaboration between patients, researchers, and organizations. Thanks to ECTRIMS and Brett Drummond for inviting us to share our thoughts on this important initiative. Together we are stronger. #ms #multiplesclerosis

Enhance your knowledge during Pelvic Organ Prolapse Awareness Month with valuable clinical data. Learn about the etiology, evaluation, and management options for POP, including subcategorization based on compartmental descent. This resource offers insights into the role of the interprofessional team in providing comprehensive care for patients with POP. Stay informed and make a difference in pelvic health! Click here to read more: #CalderaMedical #POP #ContinuedEducation #PelvicHealth #AwarenessMonth

The first thing I do early in the morning everyday is to check if new MRVP/MRVP-Int'l projects opened up. It is particularly rewarding when I see an MRVP-Int'l project from a new international PI. This time it is a gastroenterology project by Dr. Suha Jabak from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. #MRVP #TrEd #TransformativeEducation #ExperientialLearning

Dr. Nitya Wadhwa, the lead researcher in the immediate Kangaroo Mother Care (iKMC) trial, reveals the secret behind the trial’s success: teamwork. Immediate Kangaroo Mother Care is transforming neonatal care and saving lives with an approach that emphasizes zero separation between mothers and their newborn preemie babies. But as Dr. Wadhwa emphasizes, this is only possible through the seamless collaboration of staff across hospital departments as well as patients and their families. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gkYmWni3

Love everything about this! Check out the video link along with Michael's words