John Henning Schumann

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Why the U.S. pandemic playbook was no match for COVID

In his new book, former FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb lays out what it will take for the U.S. to be ready to face future health crises.

How Health Care In The U.S. May Change After COVID: An Optimist’s Outlook

Doctors meeting patients where they are. The use of technology in truly innovative ways. These are among the many positive changes brought by the pandemic, Dr. Shantanu Nundy argues in a new book.

Working The Christmas Shift, 2 Young Doctors Learn What It Means To Be A Healer

There’s more to being a good doctor than providing medical care to your patients, physicians learn early in their training. And sometimes that lesson comes at the darkest time of year.

Commentary: Can Oklahoma Eliminate Overdose Deaths?

While there’s been progress in lowering the death rate from prescription opioids in Oklahoma, the number of opioid prescriptions written in the state outpaces the national average.

How Working On Christmas Became A Privilege For 2 Young Doctors

In late December, medical interns are halfway through their first year of hands-on work with patients. The holiday season marks a special challenge as these doctors take on more responsibility.