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shikhajainmd.bsky.social
Expert in healthcare communication, gender equity & policy | Founder, Women in Medicine® | 2024 Illinois Physician Leader of the Year | Advocate for women & marginalized communities | Hem/Onc | TEDx Speaker| UI Cancer Center #MedSky #WIMStrongerTogether
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Thankful for the opportunity to speak with @shikhajainmd.bsky.social about my patient advocacy journey. Listen here - www.healio.com/news/hematol...

I had the great privilege of serving in the EIS Class of 2015, responding to dozens of disease outbreaks and novel health threats. The program is a crowned jewel of U.S. public health and a model for other countries. Cutting this program does not, in any way, make our country healthier.

You know Kate Winslet in Contagion? Where she runs into a hot zone, risking her life, so Americans could be safer? She was an EIS officer. That’s who was just fired at CDC today. EIS officers. And many, many more public servants fighting every day for your health.

One thing Democratic leadership could do right now is to name an alternate HHS secretary--someone to provide ongoing public updates and health information. And do it for other departments too. Start showing voters what a Democratic government would look like--press conferences, speeches, all of it.

Most Americans still have no idea about how F'd this country is about to get. I think if they knew it would be too overwhelming to process so they prefer maintaining the delusion, "It won't be that bad." It'll be very bad, folks. Hold on to your butts.

We need to shut ICE down until we can figure out what the hell is going on.

Here’s the start of our first starter pack! Go forth and follow and share - let’s build this resistance together! #Persist go.bsky.app/8BDn655

Dem leaders need to start holding national security press conferences explaining to Americans how Elon and Trump are dismantling agencies and seeking sensitive information on federal workers and all Americans. What Elon and co are doing will endanger everything from flying to attacks in U.S.

Not having access to accurate scientific data and resources is not a way to protect the people of our nation.

I do not feel safe under a Trump presidency.

🚨 The CDC website is purging resources on LGBTQ+ health, diversity, equity, and health disparities. This is not just a bureaucratic change. It’s a dangerous decision with profound negative public health consequences. Let’s break down the harm this will cause. 🧵⬇️

This is how autocrats throughout history have endangered the people they govern by erasing factual information vital to health and well being www.theatlantic.com/health/archi...

FYI #Medsky #publichealth and anyone who is wondering about the relevant CDC documents

Our American #MedSky colleagues have been scrabbling around the #CDC website today trying to download resources and guidelines before they were taken down. I know some friends who downloaded PDFs in time. Is anyone collating these #CDCDownloads?

We are so excited to be collaborating w ELAM on this important initiate. #Allyship is more important than ever and we are thrilled to see so many engaged #HeForShe allys stepping up and being #Upstanders #WIMStrongerTogether @womeninmedicine.bsky.social

I think some people hear “grants” and think that without them, scientists and government workers just have less stuff to play with at work. But grants fund salaries for students, academics, researchers, and people who work in all areas of public service. “Pausing” grants means people don’t eat.

These are shaping up to be challenging times for those of us in medicine and in Academia. It's a challenging time for anyone with empathy. Join me on TikTok with @shikhajainmd.bsky.social to talk about it, why it's so important we stay engaged. Tuesdays, 4pm EST www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2NgAAN1/

The administration took down the reproductive rights website that women need access to. So The Skimm bought a url and brought the content back. Pass this on! Go to reproductiverightsdotgov.com

What to know about hormone testing In my recent interview with @Fox32Chicago, I discussed the critical role hormones play in our health and well-being. Hormonal balance affects everything from energy levels and mood to long-term health outcomes. Understanding how hormones impact our bodies is…

Pin this, save it, we’ll need it. “When a prison camp opens in your town…when a DREAMer is disappeared from your classroom…when the President destroys what’s left of the Constitution…They will all say they didn’t know this was coming. And I want the American people to know that they did.” AOC 🔥🎯

Rates of cancer in women <50 are more than 80% higher than those of men in the same age range. This is an eye opening statistic

2025 Cancer Statistics: Progress and Challenges I had the privilege of speaking on CBS Chicago as an American Cancer Society spokesperson to discuss the latest cancer statistics for 2025. The report revealed both significant progress and critical areas of concern: Key Highlights ✅ Progress: Cancer…

Following the Dobbs decision, what factors are driving the practice location preferences of medical students and physicians? Our work in IJMR analyzes qualitative data from the PRACTICE study. Link: tinyurl.com/practicequalitative @shikhajainmd.bsky.social @drjessigold.bsky.social #medsky

New study on #sexualharassment in #anesthesiology in @iarsjournals.bsky.social by AUA ➡️60%♀️&30%♂️report harassment ➡️75%♀️report verbal/nonverbal harassment ➡️87%♀️&8%♂️feel clinical ability doubted ➡️source likely anesthesiologists buff.ly/42iYxfd @mayahastie.bsky.social @alyssaburgart.bsky.social

🌟 Excited to be featured in USA Today highlighting the work of Women in Medicine®! We’re tackling burnout, equity, and leadership barriers to empower women in healthcare. Together, we’re transforming the future of medicine. 💡 Read more: www.usatoday.com/story/specia... #MedSky

Intense burnout and cancellations, yes!

As the holidays approach, I’ve faced these challenges in clinic: 1️⃣ Telehealth at risk for Medicare/VA patients. 2️⃣ Prior auth delays harm patients. 3️⃣ Clinician shortages delay care. 4️⃣ Reproductive care under attack. 5️⃣ Burnout crisis. 💬 Healthcare isn’t just a business—it’s about lives. #MedSky

Isn’t it amazing that when bullying behavior happens to others, it’s easy to give advice and guidance. But when it happens to you, it’s hard to figure out what to do in the moment.

It’s not too late to shop Kendra Scott in support of Women in Medicine! Use code GIVEBACK-IDTSD through 12/11 and 20% of your purchase goes to Women in Medicine ✨ #WIMStrongerTogether @shikhajainmd.bsky.social @sincerelydreve.bsky.social

Shop for a good cause! And if you can’t join us in person shop online and use the give back code to support the nonprofit @womeninmedicine.bsky.social!

This organization has given me the community and confidence I need to pave my own way in medicine. I can’t even begin to describe the impact @shikhajainmd.bsky.social and @womeninmedicine.bsky.social has had on me. We’d love your support this #GivingTuesday 💗

We’re so fucked.

#HCWvsHunger

🦉☃️ Monday Night Owl #FBR☃️🦉 No Blue Account should have under 5,000 followers. #NoDemUnder5k 💣 MASS CONNECT 💣 Leave a 💙 or Meme🎬 in the comments! #DonkParty Scroll 🔽 to the bottom to find your newest friends Follow Back 🎅⭐ Most Important Part ⭐🎅 Join the BlueSky Resistance! ✅ #Donksfriends 🦉

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Join us at Kendra Scott this Wednesday to shop for a cause and support Women in Medicine! If you can’t join in person, use code GIVEBACK-IDTSD from 12/3-12/11 and 20% of your purchase will go back to Women in Medicine. Happy shopping! 🎁💝

I am the target demographic for the Instagram ads. Its me. It’s definitely me.

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Wishing everyone a #HappyThanskgiving!