Surgeon scientists do essential work for science and patients. Why we must ensure they continue to be supported, from @lilygolightly.bsky.social philadelphiascienceaction.substack.com/p/surgeon-sc...

And so ends one of our nation's greatest bits of history trivia. search.app/ybQ5z

"They say you can't please all the people all the time and last night all those people came to my show."

On the occasion of #ASCRS25 Annual Scientific Meeting, I'll speak for all of my colleague attendees when I say, "Please...just don't." theonion.com/trump-decrie...

We're trying to make AFC Ann Arbor a vehicle for impact in the community, as well as a competitive team on the field. Come out and support! If you haven't been to a game yet, DM and I would love to invite you as my guest! If you have an org that could benefit from partnering with us, let's chat!

“Other editors and health leaders should join in taking principled political stands..they must give up the naïve fantasy that, if they just keep their heads low enough, they can avoid becoming targets and simply wait out the Trump administration as it destroys essential scientific infrastructure.”

So a clip with me on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver talking about indirect costs

This OpEd out today is my most thoroughly fact-checked and legally vetted publication among over 100 prior articles. Why? People are afraid RFK Jr will do exactly what he’s promised and go after those who publish things he doesn’t like. www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-...

10 years ago today. Thanks @afcannarbor.com for everything you've given to our community in a decade on the field and off! #COYMO Cc @helenkmorgan.bsky.social

Medicaid cuts will not only hurt people, they could threaten community stability. Our latest piece shows there are close to 200 rural hospitals on the brink of closing in Medicaid expansion states. Cuts to coverage could spell disaster. www.americanprogress.org/article/medi...

Actually. How the US benefitted from outsourcing its research interests to experts in universities.

...lean on the principles that are the cornerstone of our profession... High quality care in a collaborative and equitable manner with science and evidence-based medicine as our foundation. fascrs.org @ascrs.bsky.social

“As a former editor in chief, I would think this is an attempt to intimidate journals into changing their approach and to be overly concerned about ‘alternative perspectives’ even when they are not scientifically based." 1/2

“We support the editorial independence of medical journals and their First Amendment rights to free expression. The Journal actively fosters scholarly scientific dialogue and remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting authors, readers, and patients” @nejm.org quoted by @aniloza.bsky.social

Recently, the U.S. Department of Justice sent letters to scholarly journals inquiring about their process and principles. As an organization, we respect and support the CHEST journal's editorial leadership and long-standing reputation. Read more here: www.chestnet.org/newsroom/che...

Clearly months behind, but road tripping with @lorimajewski.bsky.social #LustForLists "Songs With Clapping" I've embarrassed my children by clapping along to these while driving for years! Head Over Heels Close to Me No Fun 10/10, no notes

'Bluesky has overtaken its flailing rival X in hosting posts related to new academic research, indicating the platform is fast becoming the go-to place for scholars to share their work.'

What a great choice -- funny, talented, fiercely principled, and insightful. @bobmouldmusic.bsky.social will surely be a memorable and meaningful speaker, and worthy honoree!

Wherever you live there is probably a Hands Off 2025 protest happening near you this Saturday, April 5th! I will be at our local event here in Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti. Find your nearest event here: handsoff2025.com

We know March Madness NCAA basketball is big money for big universities. But it's small change compared to what we could lose in scientific funding and discovery!

🏀MARCH INDIRECTS MADNESS BRACKET 🏀 Which men's team loses the most if the rate is dropped to 15%?

Time’s almost up! ⏳ We need more data for a complete picture—share your insight in the 2025 ASCRS Physician Compensation Survey before it closes this Sunday, March 23. 🔗: bit.ly/42eiio9

If we want modern medicine to improve lives and health: We need basic science. We need translational science. We need clinical science. And we need healthcare delivery science. Read here how to add your voice in opposition to HHS reorganization and elimination of AHRQ.

New report shows that NIH grants fueled $95 billion in economic activity and 407,782 jobs in 2024. That's not to mention the countless lives that biomedical research has saved. Show me a better investment than that. www.forbes.com/sites/michae...

Research universities advance public health, quality of life, and national security.

Some of my favorite signs from the #StandUpForScience rally in Lansing MI This is worth fighting for

Yes!!! @sages.org ! Let’s see some more surgical societies stand up for what’s right.

“What part of diversity, equity, and inclusion do you have a problem with?” www.science.org/content/arti...

I’m the PI for a randomized clinical trial and here’s all the people helping me I think (I def don’t have the institutional books) are at least somewhat paid by indirects: - study monitor 👩‍💻 (keeps us safe) - investigational drug pharmacy 💊 (dispenses study drug/placebo safely and randomizes 🎲)

NIH funding slashes aren’t ‘cutting waste’ - they're cutting progress, innovation, and the livelihoods of hardworking Americans. www.freep.com/story/news/h...

In a new Editorial, JAMA editors, JAMA Network Editors in Chief, and JAMA editorial leadership address the recent executive orders that have impacted the scientific process and reaffirm their commitment to scientific and editorial integrity. ja.ma/4b5LsIt

I'm proud to be a fellow of @ascrs.bsky.social as our Research Foundation reasserts its support for early career scientists and research promoting health equity.

If it is not obvious, scientific societies need to be doing the following.

1/ I am seeing a lot of comments on the slashing of NIH support along the lines of “universities should just spend their huge endowments.” I’m the last person to cheer on the institutional stratification rising endowments have contributed to. But let me explain why this is not a solution.

The American Bar Association has affirmed its commitment to the rule of law and chastised the new administration for flouting it. Let's those of us in science and medicine reaffirm our dedication to health, justice, and knowledge. www.americanbar.org/news/abanews...

State AGs are looking for federal workers who have just been illegally fired to stand as litigants in a new lawsuit trying to freeze further action by DOGE. DM me if that’s you and you’re interested and you’re live in one of the following states: NM, AZ, CA, CT, MD, MI, MN, NV, OR, WA, RI, or VT.

Yeah, I could get all high, mighty, and academic-y about NIH indirects. Or you could just listen to the Wilson family. eu.freep.com/story/news/h...

As a parent of a @wesleyanuniversity.bsky.social 1st year, I continue to be impressed with the insight and sensibility of President Michael Roth. He's been telling us what's up for 8 years now. I hope many will read and hear what he has to say.

NEW: N.I.H. medical research grants are ⚠️ $1 billion dollars ⚠️ behind this point hit last year -- and hundreds of millions behind prior years amid Trump administration chaos. w/ @teddyrosenbluth.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/h...

Harold Varmus, grappling with the "war on America’s scientific enterprise" www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/o...

What could NIH cuts mean for your state, and which universities and hospitals would be affected? Here’s an article with interactive tool - this is a gift link so please share with friends and family! www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Viewpoint: Political interference in the medical profession threatens evidence-based standards of care and the autonomy of health care professionals. ja.ma/4hAB9hU #MedSky

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