Weekly Gist Archive - Gist Healthcare

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January 08

The Weekly Gist: 2021 Special Edition

by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD

We share our thoughts on a consequential year ahead for healthcare, as the nation begins its path to recovery from the events of the past year.

Reading time: 10 minutes

December 18

The Weekly Gist: The Frosty Shot in the Arm Edition

by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD

Healthcare workers and nursing home residents are among the first in the US to get the new coronavirus vaccine, as a massive immunization campaign begins. Meanwhile, Congress considers a compromise solution to address surprise billing.

Reading time: 10 minutes

December 11

The Weekly Gist: The Santa Supply Chain Edition

by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD

With the pandemic intensifying, the US is now just days away from delivering the first vaccinations to those most at risk from COVID-19. As Pfizer's vaccine is set for distribution, development of other leading candidates suffers setbacks.

Reading time: 10 minutes

December 04

The Weekly Gist: The Queen Takes King Edition

by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD

With the pandemic raging and a complex vaccine rollout looming, the incoming administration begins to name its healthcare team. Meanwhile, Medicare releases a flurry of regulatory changes in the waning days of the Trump term.

Reading time: 10 minutes

November 20

The Weekly Gist: The Vaccine, Vaccine Edition

by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD

Amid a worsening virus surge, Pfizer seeks approval for emergency use of its promising COVID vaccine, with Moderna's not far behind. Meanwhile, Amazon makes a big move in the pharmacy space.

Reading time: 10 minutes