MISSION OF DOCTORPUNDIT.COM:

The DOCTOR PUNDIT weblog is a compilation of one physician’s thoughts on healthcare policy and the role of science and research in setting that policy.  The thoughts expressed on this blog represent the sole views of its author, Michael Douglas, MD, MBA and should not be taken out of that scope.  Moreover, the purpose of this blog is to create a potential for further thought on its selected topics.  It is not meant to be for only healthcare or industry professionals.  Nor is this blog meant to represent the definitive analysis on any topic contained therein.  Rather, it is designed to appeal to any reader with an interest in public policy; it is also tailor-made for those who are interested in how healthcare and public policy are influenced by medicine and science.  Alright, enough of the formalities — enjoy the blog!

FAIR USE POLICY FOR DOCTORPUNDIT.COM:

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DOCTORPUNDIT.COM: NOT JUST HEALTHCARE RELATED POSTS:

As you may or may not realize, healthcare policy and all of its related sides can become awfully dry and put off even the most interested reader.  As a result, DOCTOR PUNDIT will try in earnest to present other memes, nuggets, and social Internet trends of hypertextual interest.  If that sounds confusing, then just sit back and experience the content; in due time, the mission of DOCTOR PUNDIT should become much clearer.