Docs Condemn ‘Cornell 7’; Patient Zero vs Primary Case; Top 10 Natural Laxatives

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Following allegations that seven fraternity members raped an incapacitated peer — dubbed the “Cornell 7” — university alum and pediatrician Daniel Cohen, MD, explained the importance of teaching consent to kids.

Meanwhile, pediatric critical care physician Anita Patel, MD, shared why she did not speak out about sexual assault while in school: “I stayed silent because I already knew how it would end: a hearing, a slap on the wrist, maybe nothing at all.”

“Friendly PSA to all the men: don’t be complicit like the Cornell men did,” said epidemiologist Alex Sundermann, DrPH.

Anna Harris, MSN-HCA, RN, shared guidance on how to avoid the unexpected medical bills often sent to sexual assault survivors following forensic exams.

This ob/gyn’s most powerful medical accessory? Her new bob haircut.

Following the release of the Taylor Swift song “Patient Zero,” the Yale School of Public Health examined the term’s history and recommended more “scientifically accurate” terminology.

Meanwhile, psychiatrist Agnes Simone, DO, explained the “damaging” relationship pattern outlined in the song’s lyrics.

Pediatrician and NICU doctor Gal Barbut, MD, addressed a serious gap in our curriculum — a lack of knowledge among trainees regarding the 1988 Jamaican national bobsled team.

Gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab, DO, shared his top ten natural laxatives to aid with regular bowel movements.

Meanwhile, anesthesiology resident Drew Boyd, MD, sent his melatonin pill “off to war” against the 800 mg of caffeine he had consumed throughout the day.

Chaotic good? Lawful neutral? Internal medicine physician Tyler Thurman, DO, shared his “alignments chart” for different hospital departments.

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