MD Reacts to RFK Jr. Hearing; The Roast of Casey Means; ‘Unhinged’ Healthcare

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A senator accused HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spouting vaccine misinformation during a hearing this week — allergist Zachary Rubin, MD, reacted to the contentious exchange.

“Pediatric nursing is not for the weak,” said nurse @brookevomhof, after a patient likened her scrubs to a pickle.

Doctor or doctor of nursing practice? This new graduate put a nursing twist on a popular TikTok trend.

After a patient lamented having to replace her intrauterine device, ob/gyn @drjeanius pointed out the importance of pain management being “the standard of care, not the exception.”

What goes through medical students’ heads during lectures? Pediatric gastroenterologist Paul Tran, MD, reenacted the reality of sitting through one.

Lily Nguyen, MD, BSN, highlighted the frustration of constantly fighting for recognition in a profession where she has repeatedly proven herself.

Cardiologist @drtonypastor called out the lack of clinical experience of Casey Means, MD, the new surgeon general nominee. Meanwhile, Nisha Patel, MD, MS, said, “Our patients deserve better.”

“Healthcare is unhinged,” said oncology nurse Madisyn Ferone, RN, reflecting on the emotional toll and unrealistic expectations that come with working in the field.

An emergency department resident shared her honest thoughts on a career in medicine, emphasizing the immense sacrifice required — and admitting she wishes she’d known more before making the decision.

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