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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM

@drhassaballa.bsky.social
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NY Times-featured Pulmonary and Critical Care physician and healthcare executive. Published author, podcaster, and writer. Books: "Code Blue" and "How Not to Kill Someone in the ICU" www.healthcaremusings.com

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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Mealses is such a horrible disease, that can absolutely kill kids. This is why we vaccinate against it. #publichealth www.healthcaremusings.com/why-we-vacci...
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Why We Vaccinate Against Measles
This highly contagious virus can absolutely kill children.
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
In my latest episode of Journal Club, I discussed a recent article comparing IV and IO access in out of hospital cardiac arrest. www.healthcaremusings.com/journal-club...
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Journal Club: IV vs. IO in Cardiac Arrest
A study showed no difference between IV and IO access in cardiac arrest. Yet, I have some questions. Study link: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2407616
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
#Insurance companies use an 8-year-old “Coding Clinics” article to deny diagnoses in the chart. What??
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Using the AHA "Coding Clinics" to Deny DRGs
Insurance companies frequently deny medical claims submitted by hospitals. One type of denial payers will use is the "DRG Denial." Here, the insurance company -…
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Had a great conversation with Dr. Vivek Tirmal about #insurance company #denials and the tactics these companies use.
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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Vivek Tirmal
Insurance companies will use obscure “Coding Clinics” articles to deny various DRGs. I asked appeal expert Dr. Vivek Tirmal of Sound Advisory Services all about th…
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
#Burnout among #doctors and #nurses is a huge deal. A very simple gesture can go a long way to reduce it.
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How Patients and Their Families Can Prevent Clinician Burnout
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
I sat down with Dr. Greg Johnson, a great mind in #Medicine, to discuss the #Healthcare system. A great watch.
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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Greg Johnson
In this next podcast in the “Great Minds in Medicine” series, I sit down with Dr. Greg Johnson, Chief Physician Executive at Unity Point Health. We discuss the stat…
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
When we discuss what patients really want, we provide compassionate care and “reduce waste” in healthcare.
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“Reducing Waste” in Healthcare
If we provide care consistent with our patients’ values and preferences, we are good stewards of scarce resources and provide compassionate effective care. Sign …
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
With more states legalizing #cannabis, it’s more important than ever for #doctors and #nurses to know it’s possible complications. www.healthcaremusings.com/beware-the-p...
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Beware the Potential Dangers of Cannabis
As cannabis use becomes more widespread, and more potent, clinicians need to be aware of its potential harms. NY Times article cited in show: https://www.nytimes.co…
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 18/03/2024
Cybersecurity and cyberattacks on healthcare institutions is growing and causing major disruption. I interview CIO Matt Knox about the phenomenon and what to do about it. #cybersecurity #healthcare
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Cybersecurity in Healthcare: A Conversation with Matt Knox
We discuss the recent Change Healthcare cyberattack and how to protect yourself.
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 14/03/2024
Very honored to be a guest on this wonderful podcast, talking about my book "How Not to Kill Someone in the ICU."
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Dr. Hassaballa Guest on Healthcare Now Podcast
Dr. Hassaballa discussed his book "How Not to Kill Someone in the ICU"
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 09/03/2024
While dwindling, there are still some private practices out there. In part two of my "Getting a Job" series, I go over the potential and pitfall of the traditional private practice model.
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Getting a Job: What Every Resident and Fellow Needs to Know - Part 2
The potentials and pitfalls of traditional private practice.
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 09/03/2024
They don't teach residents and fellows about jobs and the job market. So I'm starting a new series on Healthcare Musings. Join me.
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Getting a Job: What Every Resident and Fellow Needs to Know - Part 1
First things first: Beware the eye-popping salary offer
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 09/03/2024
The CDC has finally changed its isolation guidelines with respect to #Covid. It's about time. #publichealth
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It's About Time: CDC Changes COVID Isolation Guidance
It makes sense because, for most people, Covid is simply a different virus now.
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Hesham A Hassaballa, MD, FCCP, FAASM @drhassaballa.bsky.social · 07/02/2024
My advice for those students entering the Match. Check out my podcast at www.healthcaremusings.com
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Advice for the Match Part 2
Dr. Hassaballa discusses a crucial aspect of the NRMP.
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