Welcome to Grand Rounds, the weekly edition of our Glauc To Me newsletter, and your one-stop-shop to catch up on all the latest Glaucomflecken content.
This week, we've got a really special announcement right up top: our one-time masterclass on creating content ethically as a medical professional. Introducing...
The Public Clinician
Evidence-based medicine is under threat. And while lots of clinicians want to speak out, they're afraid.
Afraid of trolls. Afraid of ethical concerns. Afraid of professional repercussions. And the truth is: those fears are valid.
But, we need more voices promoting real medical information backed by science.
So, we're sharing what we know from 10+ years in the game:
- The real frameworks behind the creative process of Dr. Glaucomflecken
- How to handle social media challenges like critics and trolls
- Avoiding the common ethical traps that make clinicians feel gross
It's happening this Thursday, September 18 at 6 pm PT/9 pm ET. Don't miss your chance to start raising your voice on social media with confidence.
➡️ Includes access to VOD.
We really hope you'll join. Can't wait to see you there!
Enjoy!
The Glaucomfleckens
P.S. – If you attend live, you'll also get a free copy of our Guide to Ethical Medical Content Creation – normally $147!
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HHS Ignores Science
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Knock Knock, Hi!
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This week, it’s just us two taking a BuzzFeed quiz to figure out what kind of doctors we are – and, well, the results raise some eyebrows. We also talk about a new bill being introduced in Massachusetts and answer a listener email about surgical etiquette: should you chat during procedures or keep it strictly scalpel business? |
Knock Knock, Eye
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Ever wondered what happens when your eye jelly decides to collapse in on itself? Or why some cataract surgeons apparently get squeamish around LASIK patients (spoiler: they shouldn’t)? This episode takes you from pediatrician pep rallies to the surprisingly dark side of floaters and flashes. Along the way, Will rants a little, nerd out a lot, and maybe terrifies you just enough to finally schedule that eye exam. |
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Lady Glaucomflecken’s Guide To Caring For Caregivers
For caregivers, ongoing support from the people in their circles is vital. Despite that, it can be incredibly incredibly difficult to ask for help.
Meanwhile, their family and loved ones also have questions that they’re too scared to ask. Questions that caregivers themselves don’t have the capacity to answer.
So, we put together a free resource to bridge that gap. Download it below.
We shared this piece from Sepsis Alliance last week, but missed the mark in our phrasing. We apologize for any concern this may have caused. We'd like to issue the following correction:
The only way to prevent sepsis is to prevent infection – but even with every step taken correctly, this isn't always possible. Any infection can lead to sepsis, even if the person is otherwise healthy.
Read below to learn more about fighting back against sepsis, and how you can make an impact.
Sepsis Awareness Month: Raising Awareness To Save Lives
When Will went into cardiac arrest in the middle of the night, it was my immediate response that helped saved his life. When someone goes into sepsis, that same kind of swift action is necessary to save their life, too.
In honor of Sepsis Awareness Month, we’re teaming up with Sepsis Alliance to share vital information about this dangerous condition. Keep reading to learn more about how you can join the fight against sepsis.
-Kristin
September is Sepsis Awareness Month.
It's a critical time to shine the spotlight on sepsis, a life-threatening emergency that happens when your body’s response to an infection damages vital organs and, often, causes death.
Why it matters:
- Sepsis is the leading cause of death in U.S. hospitals
- Sepsis affects an estimated 49 million people worldwide each year
- Sepsis takes 11 million lives around the world each year
- Sepsis is the #1 cost of hospitalization in the U.S. at an estimated $62 billion annually.
Sepsis Alliance has resources to empower the public, educate healthcare professionals, connect survivors and caregivers, and inspire innovation in the fight against sepsis. Importantly, Sepsis Awareness Month is a dedicated time to raise awareness and amplify the voices of those affected by sepsis.
In 2025, Sepsis Alliance entered a new field: podcasts! The Sepsis Spectrum, hosted by Nicole Kupchik, a critical care nurse, features real-life stories from survivors, clinicians, and caregivers, exploring a range of sepsis and AMR experiences, and offering free CE credits.
Join us this Sepsis Awareness Month to help spread the word. Together, we can save lives.
Visit sepsis.org to learn more about sepsis and subscribe to The Sepsis Spectrum on your favorite podcast platform.
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