Happening Now on NEJM Group Open Forum

Paula Sokolska

5 Jun, 2015

Join the online discussion happening now at NEJM Group Open Forum on Medstro, where New England Journal of Medicine authors answer your questions and discuss their research.

Happening Now

“NEJM CareerCenter Conversations: Giving Back, Working with Underserved Communities“

Working with the underserved presents its unique set of challenges and rewards but may not be an ideal fit for every physician. This discussion will feature physicians who have pursued careers helping underserved communities through programs like the State Disability Office, the Peace Corps, Doctors Without Borders and Greater Boston Legal Services.

“@NEJM Ask the Author & Experts: A NICE Delivery – The Cross-Atlantic Divide Over Treatment Intensity in Childbrith “

Redcoats versus the Yankees! Join Dr. Neel Shah and a panel of experts as they discuss the challenges facing obstetrical care in the U.S. as compared to the U.K. Discuss the nuance in the treatment of childbirth and what can be done to bridge the gap for America’s future mothers.

“@NEJM Ask the Authors & Experts: Ezetimibe Added to Statin Therapy Following Acute Coronary Syndromes “

We all know about the success of statin therapy in reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and the risk of cardiovascular events, but can we achieve better patient outcomes by combining it with non-statins? Join us as we discuss the combination of statins and Ezetimibe (a non-statin drug that reduces intestinal cholesterol absorption) which in this study provided incremental LDL cholesterol lowering and improved cardiovascular outcomes.

Coming Soon

Starting Monday, June 8

NEJM Knowledge+ Clinical Cases: Treating Hepatitis C

Just can’t get enough of morning report? In this discussion, we’ll tackle clinical cases that highlight the new diagnostic and treatment options for Hepatitis C. We’ll kick off the discussion with a case from NEJM Knowledge+ and then open up the floor for others to present their cases.

Paula Sokolska

Paula is a freelance science writer and strategic communications associate at Health Leads. Formerly a managing editor at MedTech Boston, she has a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and has worked with the New England Center for Investigative Reporting, Boston Globe, Social Documentary Network, BU Today and several nonprofit organizations. She can be reached at paula.sokolska@gmail.com.