William Fischer II

Critical care virologist, physician, scientist, and father of two hyenas. Views are my own.

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

This would be great if we first had efficacy data. Clinical research is a critical part of #outbreak response.

We deserve safe and effective treatments.

[Amesh Adalja @AmeshAA]

“During public health emergencies, medical countermeasures can be rapidly deployed across a large jurisdiction using existing distribution networks, including clinics and pharmacies.” https://t.co/C7DzC9iecp

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

@Mud_Fud I demand a recount!!

Congrats @landslidekate and @StanfordMed!!

[Richard M. Wardrop III, MD, PhD, MACP, SFHM, FAAP @Mud_Fud]

“Parting is such sweet sorrow”… Thanks for saying “so long for now” Dr. @landslidekate! You are the #GOAT of medical students. #ALLTIME in 20 plus years! Sorry @WFischerII ! She unseated you! @CleClinicLCM @CWRUSOM @CCF_IMCHIEFS @StanfordMed is lucky to have you! #Congratulations!

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

Risk communication is essential in #outbreak response.
Opportunity to
-build trust with affected and at risk communities
-reassure by stating what is being done
-convey uncertainty and steps being taken to fill the gaps
-unite rather than divide
https://t.co/tAoNm1uhtS

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

What should preparedness look like for each pillar of #outbreak response?

Risk communication
Surveillance
Infection prevention
Case management
Laboratory/Diagnostics

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

@RPWLab Congrats!!

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

Frustrating to see the playbook on how NOT to be prepared for #outbreak is still being used.

Not complicated - surveillance is a key #outbreak pillar

The U.S. government is taking action to stop ‘cow flu.’ Is it too little, too late? | Science | AAAS https://t.co/tTUYIEOndJ

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

@KevinGibbsMD Well done brother!

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

@Mud_Fud Learned so much from you - will never forget those early days!!

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

Stunned and inspired. One of the all time greats.

Before the USWNT's influx of soccer moms, there was Joan Dunlap, who paved the way https://t.co/Z7OsZcDaup

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

The best.

[Frank MacDonald @frankmSounders]

#OTD 1983 – Seattle's Joan Dunlap scores twice for North Carolina in 4-1 win over Radford. It's the first of 23 straight games Dunlap will either score or assist, including NCAA championship game. She does it all with a 2-year-old son.

[OJ Salinas @ojsalinas]

.@UNC_law Class of 2023. First #BarExam presentation for our Bar Prep Series is out (Contract Formation). LMK if you have questions or wish to chat.

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

Amazing!! Congrats @FilianoLab !!!

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

Early #diagnostics are key for both #treatment and #prevention - #PALM data support early initiation of #antiviral therapy + #supportivecare improves survival.

A better #outbreakresponse includes increasing #access to diagnostics, vaccines, supportive care and therapeutics

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

Nice piece w/ @DanielBausch2 - need to transition from discreet outbreak response to integrated cycles of readiness, response, and recovery

This doctor fought Ebola in the trenches. Now he's got a better way to stop diseases https://t.co/IGTXzIaTpB

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

Nice piece w/ @DanielBausch2 - need to transition from discreet outbreak response to integrated cycles of readiness, response, and recovery

This doctor fought Ebola in the trenches. Now he's got a better way to stop diseases https://t.co/IGTXzIaTpB

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

NC COVID experts: We still have blind spots understanding the virus. You can help. | Opinion https://t.co/J9CNMUOwOq

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

NC COVID experts: We still have blind spots understanding the virus. You can help. | Opinion https://t.co/J9CNMUOwOq

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

@HelenBranswell @WHO Appreciate @HelenBranswell bringing attention to need to improve access 2 safe/effective #Marburg diagnostics, vaccines, therapeutics.

Important - PALM trial did NOT demonstrate efficacy of #remdesivir.

Any therapeutic needs to be coupled with optimized supportive care #oSOC

[Clinton Global Initiative @ClintonGlobal]

Paul Farmer dedicated his life to advancing public health. Watch to learn the remarkable story of Farmer and his indelible impact on public health and the world. Produced by @PIH. #CGI2022

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

“He was the best of us.” Well said @JPosnanski

[Joe Posnanski @JPosnanski]

A few words on Grant Wahl. https://t.co/q3YbWCc8Bu

[William Fischer II @WFischerII]

“He never ceased being the champion of the rest of us.” @FranklinFoer https://t.co/2WTt6atwHO