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If given the opportunity to speak to an incoming class of medical students, would you want to share advice that you've learned in your career?

Yes (83.8%)

No (16.2%)

Survey Question December 22, 2023

Poison control centers report an increase in accidental overdoses from injected semaglutide for diabetes and weight loss. Have you seen additional cases of patients taking similar extreme measures to lose or maintain weight this year?

Yes I have (12.5%)

No I have not (79.8%)

I’m not sure (7.7%)

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Survey Question December 15, 2023

Have you noticed an uptick in COVID-19, influenza, or RSV cases following the Thanksgiving holiday?

Yes I have (77.1%)

No I have not (18.1%)

I’m not sure (4.8%)

Survey Question December 8, 2023

With an increase in cyberattacks directed at hospitals and other medical facilities, do you feel that your place of employment is outfitted to protect personal data?

Yes, I think our security will protect any sensitive data (32.4%)

No I do not (33.3%)

I’m not sure (34.3%)

Survey Question December 1, 2023

As we approach the holiday season, do you feel like medical professionals are able to easily take time off during the holidays?

Yes, we are able to easily take time off during the holidays (14.4%)

No I do not (80.7)

I’m not sure (4.9%)

Survey Question November 24, 2023

Do you still see patients utilizing telemedicine as an alternative to an in-office visit as often as we did during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Yes, patients still utilize telemedicine (78.6%)

No, patients aren't showing as much interest in telemedicine (18.4%)

I’m not sure (3%)

Survey Question November 17, 2023

Medical schools are embracing climate change curriculum. Do you think future patients could benefit from this?

Yes, it is a necessary precautionary measure (34.4%)

No, it should not be the responsibility of physicians (60.7)

I’m not sure (4.9%)

Survey Question November 10, 2023

Do you think we will continue to see historically chronic diseases have other treatment options similar to this sooner than originally thought

Yes, this will be more commonplace in the very near future (69.2)

No, we are still far off (17.3)

I am not sure (13.5)

Survey Question October 27, 2023

As we approach the end of 2023, do you feel like you have good progress in your own professional objectives for the year?

Yes (43.4%)

No I have not (37.1%)

I'm not sure (19.4%)

Survey Question October 27, 2023

Would you trust an AI chatbot to assist with patient diagnosis or analyzing health records?

Yes (25%)

Not at this time (54.3%)

I'm not sure (20.7%)

Survey Question October 20, 2023

Do you think an increase in blood drive locations nationwide could improve this availability in both the long and short term?

Yes, I think increasing available locations could only improve blood availability (74.9%)

No, more locations wouldn't change anything (12.6%)

I'm not sure (12.6%)

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Survey Question October 13, 2023

Are you or your practice still affected by staffing shortages?

Yes (25%)

Not at this time (54.3%)

I'm not sure (20.7%)

Survey Question October 6, 2023

Have you seen an increase in demand for the next round of COVID-19 boosters that have just been made available?

Yes, I have (25.3%)

No, I have not (61.7%)

I'm not sure (13%)

Survey Question September 29, 2023

Are you encouraging your patients who have not shown interest in the next booster to get one?

Yes (97.1%)

No (2.9%)

Survey Question September 29, 2023

Should full-body MRI scans such as Prenuvo be more affordable and accessible to all patients?

Yes, I think the preventive measures that can be taken are beneficial to patients (53.2%)

No, patients should follow the recommended schedules for health exams (34.7%)

I'm not sure (12.1%)

Survey Question September 15, 2023

Data collected between 1990 and 2019 shows a dramatic increase in early-onset cancer diagnoses and deaths. Do you think more research into the subject could help this issue?

Yes, more scientific research would help this issue. (71.1%)

No, lack of research is not the most pertinent factor. (20.6%)

I'm not sure. (8.2%)

Survey Question September 15, 2023

Do you think NYs increase on tobacco taxes will be the catalyst for other states to follow suit?

Yes (63.4%)

No (10.9%)

I am not sure (25.7%)

Survey Question September 8, 2023

New York recently increased the taxes on tobacco products, potentially lowering sales and consumption of tobacco across the state. Do you believe this increase will impact tobacco consumption statewide?

Yes, I think the increase will have an impact on tobacco sales/consumption (43.5%)

No, this won't make much of a change (48.1%)

I am not sure (8.4%)

Survey Question September 8, 2023

Do you foresee a benefit to your patients with the drugs that will undergo price negotiation with Medicare?

Yes, lower drug prices will help my patients have better access to their medications (82%)

No, these price negotiations may hinder research (8.6%)

I'm not sure yet (9.4%)

Survey Question September 21, 2023

Are you concerned about patient safety if more people start using AI for diagnoses and treatment inquiries?

Yes, this is concerning. (79.6%)

No, AI will typically provide correct information. (4.9%)

I’m not sure. (15.5%)

Survey Question August 25, 2023

Data taken at the end of 2022 has shown an increase in suicides within the US since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, for all age groups. Do you think more could be done on a national level to help those struggling with their mental health?

Yes, more could be done to assist those struggling with their mental health (92.4%)

No, there are already enough resources available (3.8%)

I am not sure (3.8%)

Survey Question August 18, 2023

The FDA recently approved the first oral medication for postpartum depression. Are you looking forward to the approval of a new treatment in your specialty?

Yes! (49.7%)

No, nothing is close to approval in my specialty (21.1%)

I’m not sure (29.1%)

Survey Question August 4, 2023

Do you think overprescription is playing a role in the recent shortage in ADHD medication?

Yes, overprescription is to some degree responsible for the shortage.(40.5%)

No, the shortage is caused by other factors. (46.5%)

I’m not sure (12.9%)

Survey Question August 4, 2023

Do you believe more should be done within the medical industry to better protect patient data from cyber-attacks?

Yes, I believe more should be done (77.4%)

No, I don't think more can be done (8.6%)

I’m not sure (14%)

Survey Question July 14, 2023

Do you expect AI to become part of processes such as patient diagnosis and prescriptions in the foreseeable future?

Yes, I expect AI to become commonplace in healthcare. (75.8%)

No, experts will retain full responsiblity for the foreseeable future. (14.4%)

I’m not sure. (9.8%)

Survey Question July 14, 2023

What are your thoughts on the WHO’s new classification of aspartame as a possible cause for cancer?

I’m advising moderation for my patients (57.2%)

It doesn’t need to be classified as a possible carcinogen (13.8%)

I’m not sure (29%)

Survey Question July 14, 2023

Have you seen any negative health impacts—such as decreased blood flow and respiration, increased heart rate/changes to heart rhythm, complications after surgery, or dependence—in your patients who use marijuana?

Yes, I have (50.3%)

No, I have not (32.3%)

I am not sure (17.4%)

Survey Question July 7, 2023

In light of the outbreaks in Texas and Florida, are you informing your patients about the signs and symptoms of malaria this summer?

Yes, I expect malaria to be a problem for my community this summer (22.8%)

No, I don't expect my community to be affected (46.9%)

I am not sure (30.2%)

Survey Question June 30, 2023

With the FDA pushing drug manufacturers to have the next COVID-19 booster ready by the fall, will you be advising your patients to receive an updated shot?

Yes, I will be advising my patients to receive the booster (51.5%)

No, I will not be advising my patients to receive the booster (34.5%)

I am not sure (14%)

Survey Question June 23, 2023

With wildfire smoke inhalation becoming more and more common, could patients nationwide start to experience lasting side effects?

Yes, patients could start experiencing lasting side effects (73.9%)

No, patients should not experience anything long term (11.9%)

I am not sure (14.2%)

Survey Question June 16, 2023

Do you think the shortage of cancer drugs would begin to trickle into the availability of other prescriptions within the US?

Yes, this will begin to affect all prescription drugs (74.6%)

No, I think this is mainly an issue with cancer medication(9.2%)

I am not sure (16.2%)

Survey Question June 9, 2023

Do you believe the WHO's new International Pathogen Surveillance Network could assist with catching an outbreak early on?

Yes, I believe this could assist in detecting an early outbreak (41%)

No, I don't believe this will help (37.7%)

I am not sure (21.2%)

Survey Question May 26, 2023

Do you believe the COVID-19 pandemic has prepared the US in the case of another pandemic or other public health crisis?

Yes, I think we are in a better position for another pandemic (29%)

No, I don't think we are prepared for this to happen again (61.3%)

I am not sure at this time (9.7%)

Survey Question May 26, 2023

What are your thoughts on the CDC's warning of a resurgence of Monkeypox?

I'm confident that we have the resources to give patients the best care in the event of a resurgence (16.2%)

I'd like more information from the CDC before I can predict an impact (62.8%)

I am not sure at this time (20.9%)

Survey Question May 19, 2023

Should a Telehealth Option for Patient Medication be Permanent for Patients in the US?

Yes, it should be a permanent option (81.3%)

No, it should not be (14.4%)

I am not sure (4.6%)

Survey Question May 12, 2023

What's Your Opinion on the Efficacy of the new RSV Vaccine?

I'm confident in the efficacy of the new RSV vaccine (16%)

I need to know more before I decide (67.6%)

I'm not confident in the efficacy of the new RSV vaccine (16.5%)

Survey Question May 5, 2023

With the new Arcturus variant of COVID-19, do you see patients showing interest in a new round of boosters?

Yes, I have (20.6%)

No, I have not (67.6%)

I am not sure (11.8%)

Survey Question April 28, 2023

Have you felt the impact of nurses leaving the workforce since the beginning of the pandemic?

Yes, I have (89.8%)

No, I have not (5.5%)

I am not sure (4.7%)

Survey Question April 27, 2023

What impact do you think President Biden ending the COVID-19 national emergency will have on the US healthcare system?

It will have an impact (31.2%)

It will have some impact (37.3%)

It will have a serious impact (24.9%)

I am not sure (6.5%)

Survey Question April 20, 2023

Do you receive more questions from patients about prescription drug costs when price changes are announced in the news? (ex. The recent price cap of insulin)

Yes, I do (48.7%)

No, I do not (45.4%)

I am not sure (5.9%)

Survey Question April 7, 2023

Do you think there should be a public health campaign around how to use over-the-counter Narcan since its approval by the FDA?

Yes, there should be (93.6%)

No, there should not be (3.3%)

I am not sure (3.1%)

Survey Question March 31, 2023

Are you concerned about the spread of Candida Auris amongst people with weakened immunity?

Yes, I am concerned (72.4%)

No, I am not concerned (9.9%)

I am not sure (17.6%)

Survey Question March 24, 2023

How Do You Feel About the Current Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids?

I think the guidelines should should be eased further (67.9%)

I think the guidelines have been eased too far (11.6%)

I am not sure (21.3%)

Survey Question March 10, 2023

Have you noticed an uptick in integrative or alternative medicine preferences among your patients?

Yes (57.1%)

No (28%)

I am not sure. (14.9%)

Survey Question March 10, 2023

Do you feel that your work schedule allows you to have adequate time for self-care? (Ex. exercising, eating a nutritious meal, sleeping for a recommended amount of hours)

Yes, I feel good about the amount of time I have for self-care. (18.8%)

No, I don't feel like I have enough time for self-care. (78.6%)

I am not sure. (2.6%)

Survey Question March 3, 2023

Do you think the COVID-19 pandemic will have an impact on future medical school applications?

Yes, I think there will be more applications (12.7%)

Yes, I think there will be less applications (40.9%)

No, I don't think this will impact applications (38.4%)

I'm not sure (8.1%)

Survey Question February 24, 2022

Do you believe private businesses like the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company will change how pharmaceutical companies price generic prescriptions?

Yes, this could change the way generic prescriptions are priced (48.9%)

No, they will continue to maintain pricing (24.5%)

I am not sure (26.6%)

Survey Question February 17, 2023

Do you feel that doctors are more subject to experiencing burnout than those in other professions?

Yes (88.4%)

No (4.5%)

I am not sure (7.1%)

Survey Question February 14, 2023

Do you feel the timing is appropriate for the U.S. to end COVID-19 emergency declarations in May?

Yes, COVID-19 cases have stabilized (49.9%)

No, COVID-19 remains a concern (43.9%)

I am not sure (6.2%)

Survey Question February 3, 2023

How Do You Feel About Healthcare Availability for the Homeless Population in the US?

I don't think there are enough resources (73.5%)

I think there are enough resources (16.8%)

I am not sure (9.7%)

Survey Question January 6, 2023

How comfortable are you returning to in-person conferences/events in 2023?

I am comfortable returning to in-person events (66.4%)

I am not comfortable returning to in-person events (23.4%)

I am not sure (10.1%)

Survey Question January 20, 2023

Have you noticed an increase in COVID cases following the holiday season?

Yes, I have noticed an increase (64.8%)

No, I have not noticed an increase (35.2%)

Survey Question January 13, 2023

Are you feeling overwhelmed by pharma digital marketing campaigns?

Yes, I am feeling very overwhelmed (42.9%)

Yes, I am feeling slightly overwhelmed (21.8%)

No, I am not feeling overwhelmed (35.4%)

Survey Question January 6, 2023