Rachel Darko, MD
@radarkomd.bsky.social
🇬🇭. Howard, Meharry SOM, and Johns Hopkins Peds Alumna. 👶🏿✨
Aspiring pediatric intensivist interested in injury prevention and health equity. Views are my own. She/her. #BlackLivesMatter #PedsSky #MedSky
Aspiring pediatric intensivist interested in injury prevention and health equity. Views are my own. She/her. #BlackLivesMatter #PedsSky #MedSky
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Rachel Darko, MD
@radarkomd.bsky.social
· Dec 10
Responses like the one I got after such a big moment prove 1) people are racist and 2) I will never feel safe blindly following back everyone on this app because of point number 1
$0. I do not accept kick backs. Vaccines are excellent medicine and one of the most well-studied medical advancements in our time. They save lives. What a belittling, insulting way to respond after one of the greatest accomplishments in my life. Have the day you deserve.
December 10, 2024 at 6:57 PM
$0. I do not accept kick backs. Vaccines are excellent medicine and one of the most well-studied medical advancements in our time. They save lives. What a belittling, insulting way to respond after one of the greatest accomplishments in my life. Have the day you deserve.
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Congratulations to all of the newly board-certified pediatricians!
And just a reminder that I personally know many outstanding physicians who had to take the test more than once, and it does not define you
And just a reminder that I personally know many outstanding physicians who had to take the test more than once, and it does not define you
Today, I learned that I am a board certified pediatrician. We thank God.
December 10, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Congratulations to all of the newly board-certified pediatricians!
And just a reminder that I personally know many outstanding physicians who had to take the test more than once, and it does not define you
And just a reminder that I personally know many outstanding physicians who had to take the test more than once, and it does not define you
Today, I learned that I am a board certified pediatrician. We thank God.
December 10, 2024 at 3:27 PM
Today, I learned that I am a board certified pediatrician. We thank God.
These are diseases I truly ain’t never seen as a pediatrician thanks to vaccines and I am terrified 😭
Dear parents everywhere, please take this matter seriously the health and well-being of your children and your family at large or at stake. See the next text about how to take meaningful action.
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How measles, whooping cough, and worse could roar back on RFK Jr.’s watch | CNN
The availability of safe, effective covid vaccines less than a year into the pandemic marked a high point in the 300-year history of vaccination, seemingly heralding an age of protection against infec...
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December 9, 2024 at 9:02 AM
These are diseases I truly ain’t never seen as a pediatrician thanks to vaccines and I am terrified 😭
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Hmm wonder what criticism they faced
Facing criticism, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield said it will not proceed with a policy to put time limits on coverage for anesthesia during surgery.
Insurance company halts plan to put time limits on coverage for anesthesia during surgery | CNN
After sharp criticism from anesthesiologists, an insurance company is halting its plan to limit the amount time it would cover anesthesia used in surgeries and procedures. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shiel...
www.cnn.com
December 6, 2024 at 2:01 PM
Hmm wonder what criticism they faced
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Percentage of available positions that filled in yesterday’s fellowship match.
December 6, 2024 at 12:25 AM
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Major crisis with dwindling #Pediatricians and Peds #subspecialists.
#PedsPulm: only 48% of positions, 36% of programs filled. Similar for others.
Need fairer compensation that reflects growing complexity. Not sustainable if pay is 40% of what adult medicine makes.
#Medsky #Pedsky #PedPulmSky
#PedsPulm: only 48% of positions, 36% of programs filled. Similar for others.
Need fairer compensation that reflects growing complexity. Not sustainable if pay is 40% of what adult medicine makes.
#Medsky #Pedsky #PedPulmSky
Percentage of available positions that filled in yesterday’s fellowship match.
December 6, 2024 at 12:29 AM
Major crisis with dwindling #Pediatricians and Peds #subspecialists.
#PedsPulm: only 48% of positions, 36% of programs filled. Similar for others.
Need fairer compensation that reflects growing complexity. Not sustainable if pay is 40% of what adult medicine makes.
#Medsky #Pedsky #PedPulmSky
#PedsPulm: only 48% of positions, 36% of programs filled. Similar for others.
Need fairer compensation that reflects growing complexity. Not sustainable if pay is 40% of what adult medicine makes.
#Medsky #Pedsky #PedPulmSky
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"Pharmacy deserts" are becoming a reality all across the US. Of US pharmacies operating 2010-2020, ~30% (>26,000) closed by 2021. California’s closure rate was 26%. Mississippi, 41%!Pharmacies in areas with higher rates of patients on Medicaid and/or Medicare have been at greater risk for closing.
Nearly 30% of US Drugstores Closed Over the Last Decade, Study Shows | KQED
California’s pharmacy closure rate was below the national average, but three Bay Area counties lost more pharmacies than they had gained.
www.kqed.org
December 5, 2024 at 3:20 PM
"Pharmacy deserts" are becoming a reality all across the US. Of US pharmacies operating 2010-2020, ~30% (>26,000) closed by 2021. California’s closure rate was 26%. Mississippi, 41%!Pharmacies in areas with higher rates of patients on Medicaid and/or Medicare have been at greater risk for closing.
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Every little bit helps.
If each of my followers here gave just $10 to care.org 10x match today, we could raise $2.4 million to FEED PEOPLE.
Can you even imagine?!
#HCWvsHunger
my.care.org/site/Donatio...
If each of my followers here gave just $10 to care.org 10x match today, we could raise $2.4 million to FEED PEOPLE.
Can you even imagine?!
#HCWvsHunger
my.care.org/site/Donatio...
December 3, 2024 at 8:46 AM
Going to see Wicked tomorrow! Should I wear makeup or no? I feel like I’m gonna cry 😭
December 3, 2024 at 8:51 AM
Going to see Wicked tomorrow! Should I wear makeup or no? I feel like I’m gonna cry 😭
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Needs $300 to make it to the next residency interview. Even if y'all pitch in $10, it would add up. Please help.
gofund.me/dbe370a5
I had a urology residency interview today & it was only possible with the help of all of you. The hotel & flight alone are very expensive coupled with ongoing food and housing insecurities! Please continue to donate! Anything helps me become a urologist. Venmo: jbrisbon1181
I had a urology residency interview today & it was only possible with the help of all of you. The hotel & flight alone are very expensive coupled with ongoing food and housing insecurities! Please continue to donate! Anything helps me become a urologist. Venmo: jbrisbon1181
Donate to Struggling First Gen Black Medical Student, organized by Jonathan Brisbon
Dear Beloved Friends and Supporters,
With heartfelt sincerity, I share… Jonathan Brisbon needs your support for Struggling First Gen Black Medical Student
gofund.me
November 21, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Needs $300 to make it to the next residency interview. Even if y'all pitch in $10, it would add up. Please help.
I as a Black woman in medicine find this appointment so infuriating. How can someone who is so unqualified be appointed to such an important position with vast impact?
Former President Trump nominates Dr. Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid programs, overseeing healthcare for over 100 million Americans. — NYT
November 20, 2024 at 7:07 AM
I as a Black woman in medicine find this appointment so infuriating. How can someone who is so unqualified be appointed to such an important position with vast impact?
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What Medicaid cuts will do to Pediatric Emergency Departments.
November 19, 2024 at 4:01 PM
What Medicaid cuts will do to Pediatric Emergency Departments.
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It would be amazing if everyone can share and donate. I have 6 more in person urology residency interviews. The cost of flight and hotel are overwhelming & I am already facing both housing and food insecurity. I have Venmo & cashapp as well or Zelle. Anything would be a blessing. gofund.me/49ee416f
Donate to Struggling First Gen Black Medical Student, organized by Jonathan Brisbon
Dear Beloved Friends and Supporters,
With heartfelt sincerity, I share… Jonathan Brisbon needs your support for Struggling First Gen Black Medical Student
gofund.me
November 19, 2024 at 1:30 PM
It would be amazing if everyone can share and donate. I have 6 more in person urology residency interviews. The cost of flight and hotel are overwhelming & I am already facing both housing and food insecurity. I have Venmo & cashapp as well or Zelle. Anything would be a blessing. gofund.me/49ee416f
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Believe women.
November 19, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Believe women.
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November 15, 2024 at 5:50 AM
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The horrors persist is my new response to “how are you!”
November 13, 2024 at 9:46 PM
The horrors persist is my new response to “how are you!”
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We aren't theater kids, most of us are formerly gifted band nerds.
I'm gonna give Bluesky a try but so far it's still dominated by what I can best describe as "theater kid energy" or "the vibes of an RA trying to organize a dorm activity"
November 12, 2024 at 6:49 PM
We aren't theater kids, most of us are formerly gifted band nerds.
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thought of the dayyy🤔
November 12, 2024 at 9:00 PM
thought of the dayyy🤔
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Starting a #KidVengers list in preparation for #HCWvsHunger and to help keep track of #PedSky - LMK if you want to be added since I’m still finding #tweetiatricians and friends! bsky.app/profile/did:...
November 12, 2024 at 5:39 PM
Starting a #KidVengers list in preparation for #HCWvsHunger and to help keep track of #PedSky - LMK if you want to be added since I’m still finding #tweetiatricians and friends! bsky.app/profile/did:...
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Pretty soon having these labels will be what helps people get seen on a lot of specialty feeds once we get list automation on the labelers set up, so highly encourage everyone getting their labels!
Some of you new arrivals may have noticed a label attached to my posts.
It's a #Medsky labeler. To help easily identify the field in which we all work.
If you're interested in adding your own specialisms label, use the link below.
@richardferro.bsky.social
bsky.app/profile/meds...
It's a #Medsky labeler. To help easily identify the field in which we all work.
If you're interested in adding your own specialisms label, use the link below.
@richardferro.bsky.social
bsky.app/profile/meds...
bsky.app
November 11, 2024 at 2:55 PM
Pretty soon having these labels will be what helps people get seen on a lot of specialty feeds once we get list automation on the labelers set up, so highly encourage everyone getting their labels!
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November 11, 2024 at 2:31 AM
So nice to see so many familiar friends come to where the skies are blue…
I’m Rachel, and I recently graduated from pediatric residency in June this year. Interests of mine include health equity, pediatric injury prevention, and humanism. I hope to become a #PICU fellow soon!
I’m Rachel, and I recently graduated from pediatric residency in June this year. Interests of mine include health equity, pediatric injury prevention, and humanism. I hope to become a #PICU fellow soon!
November 11, 2024 at 2:48 AM
So nice to see so many familiar friends come to where the skies are blue…
I’m Rachel, and I recently graduated from pediatric residency in June this year. Interests of mine include health equity, pediatric injury prevention, and humanism. I hope to become a #PICU fellow soon!
I’m Rachel, and I recently graduated from pediatric residency in June this year. Interests of mine include health equity, pediatric injury prevention, and humanism. I hope to become a #PICU fellow soon!
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The best time of the year ❤️
November 10, 2024 at 11:15 PM
The best time of the year ❤️