In the New York Times on January 13, 2025 there is an opinion piece by Dr. Paul A. Offit , who is a pediatrician specializing in infectious diseases at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The full essay is titled " Don’t Call Kennedy a Vaccine Skeptic. Call Him What He Is: A Cynic." In the essay he discusses the distinction between genuine vaccine skepticism and the stance of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is a vaccine cynic. Dr. Offit, a member of the FDA's vaccine adv

The direct care model is revolutionizing patient care by offering a focused approach that emphasizes direct access to medical services, be they primary or specialized care. This model aims to enhance the quality of care, improve patient outcomes, and reduce healthcare costs by removing intermediaries and simplifying access to care. To better understand this emerging healthcare model and its variants, let's explore the key aspects of direct care, concierge medicine, and their

In the AARP's current bulletin from Jan/Feb 2025, there is a timely story by Howard Zucker, M.D. about the difficulties of finding a doctor. The full article is "Where Have All The Doctors Gone?" [ https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/members-only-access/info-2025/where-are-all-the-doctors.html ] A 20% summary of the article is shown below: Summary: Navigating the Doctor Shortage Crisis in the U.S. The U.S. faces a severe and worsening physician shortage, leaving many pa