Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA

Clinical Strategy at BCBSMA. Fmr Assoc CMO at Brigham Health. Harvard Med. General Internist. Interested in innovating in healthcare delivery.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

@PaulSaxMD @KimberlyBlumen1 @PreetiNMalani @JAMA_current @JAMANetwork Paul, what a heartbreaking and important story. Thank you for sharing this.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

I am excited to help define our future clinical strategy, and to continue to focus on innovative partnerships that help improve health for us all.
https://t.co/E2LV4bnCju

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

1 of 3: Last month I joined BCBSMA as VP of Clinical Programs and Strategy. I’m excited to be part of an organization famous for pushing value to the forefront of healthcare, and committed to improving quality and equity.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

2 if 3: In my first few weeks, my exceptional colleagues have attacked gaps in mental health access and quickly developed programs to ensure women can easily receive needed reproductive healthcare, among many other efforts. Their passion and expertise has beeen inspiring.

[James Hudspeth, MD, FACP 🔸 @JamesCHudspeth]

Nice @DrJennyJia & @jeffreylinder! Well reasoned and argued.
Pairs well w Mike Fischer’s & others work around med adherence too.
@SKimballMD @BMCimRES @FollowUpPCP

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

4/4 I have no doubt that BWH and MGB will continue to lead in delivering world class healthcare. On to the next adventure!

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

3/4 To the many friends and colleagues I have made across MGB and BWH over the years, thank you for pushing me to be better, supporting me when I needed it, and for being such extraordinary individuals.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

2/4 To have been here during COVID and observed the determination, persistence and courage of all 20,000 bwh employees was awe inspiring.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

1/4 Today is my last day as Assoc Chief Med Officer at @BrighamWomens. It has been the privilege of a lifetime to serve our patients, my colleagues, and our community over these past 10+ years.

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

We still live in a world that punishes assertive women and emotional men.

New data: headstrong girls & needy boys earn less $$ two decades later, even after adjusting for occupation, self-esteem, education.

News flash: a strong woman isn't a bitch. A sensitive man isn't a wuss.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

@michellemorse @CamaraJones @DrAlethaMaybank @InequityKills @purvishahesq @nycHealthy @DrBrittaniJ @dr_msharma @phillipWGBH @michellemorse you are an inspiration! And I’m so sorry that you’ve had to deal with all this. Thank you for pushing healthcare— and society— to be better.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

@seanmmcbride Agree, but this is followed closely by MD’s retort of “not my job”. Medicine is a team sport. Best outcomes are when we problem solve together.

[Brigham and Women's Hospital @BrighamWomens]

You've heard it before: “Follow the directions.” This goes for at-home COVID tests too. The #Brigham's Dr. Karl Laskowski explains how successfully administering home tests can help reduce the risk of spreading the virus. Read more at @BostonDotCom: https://t.co/sbnGnfXSCg

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

via @NYTimes COVID cases are rising. Testing before gatherings can help avoid infections. But it’s no substitute for vaccination! https://t.co/JULUVOTAbm

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

My take on COVID testing: helpful but not a panacea. Still need to exercise caution and GET VACCINATED! https://t.co/3dJdcKhvVn

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

@sacjai @Forbes Well said, Sachin.

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

Congratulations @IshaniG! Very impressive.

[AcademyHealth @AcademyHealth]

We just announced the 2021 winners of our Annual Awards program. The awards program recognizes individuals that have made significant contributions to improving health and health care for all.

Awardees will be honored at #ARM21! Learn more: https://t.co/B9EI80NCMv

[Mass General Brigham @MassGenBrigham]

Mass General Brigham patients can now schedule their #COVID19 vaccine online. If you or a family member hasn’t made your appointment yet, it’s easier than ever. Sign up today. https://t.co/4ZrFVRmwdR

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

This is fantastic!

[(((Howard Forman))) @thehowie]

He may be the Surgeon General, but when his son wants a morning hug, his priority as parent comes first. Watch this...

[Karl Laskowski, MD, MBA @LaskowskiKR]

“Vaccines should be required for health care workers and for all students who plan to attend in-person classes this fall”. A somewhat provocative argument from ⁦@ZekeEmanuel⁩. But you could reasonably argue it isn’t aggressive enough. https://t.co/2mKjNbSdg2