Futurist Dr. Dan O’Brien MD via Zoom/Skype/Phone/St. Louis/CT
We’ve all thought it. We’ve all felt it: Coronavirus fatigue. Not from the virus itself, but from the seemingly endless news with conflicting reports, but most of it negative, with maybe, possibly, a vaccine around the corner. But one doctor says the future is now. Dr. Dan O’Brien, MD, a medical futurist, joins us to discuss what we can do now to re-open America now with the help of a technology known as CRISPR.
Q&A:
Dr. Dan question #1: Tell us more what CRISPR technology is and is it available?
Dr. Dan answer: This is a type of gene technology that detects viral RNA. It starts with a respiratory specimen from the mouth, nose, or lungs. To make the viral genome easier to identify, scientists convert it over into DNA, and they use a method called isothermal amplification instead of PCR (polymerase chain reaction) The CRISPR part of the assay converts the amplified DNA back into RNA. The FDA granted its first ever emergency use authorization for the gene editing technology, so it is AVAILABLE NOW.
Dr. Dan question #2: Clinically how can CRISPR technology can be applied during COVID?
Dr. Dan answer: First step is to collect patient sample from nose or throat, and then making many copies at a certain temperature. Then a CRISPR molecule, a protein complex known as Cas13 is added to those sample copies. Then if any RNA sequences from the COVID-19 are present in the sample, it latches on and starts cutting them off into smaller pieces some which are tagged by a fluorescent marker. Once detached the sample glows, indicated a positive finding of COVID. The key is being able to create a new standard in healthcare in the diagnostic industry.
Dr. Dan question #3: How long will it take for this technology to be in effect?
Dr. Dan answer: It will take an hour for the results to come but this can be a cheaper at home and workplace diagnostic test
Dr. Dan question #4: What have we learned in regard to the importance of CRISPR technology to public health?
Dr. Dan answer: It is important to be able to provide a point of care nasal swab test to test millions a week in the population to keep the public health safe.
Dr. Dan question #5: Why is the diagnostic industry so important now?
Dr. Dan answer: Diagnostics drive both the development of vaccines and therapies and it’s important to inform public health responses.
Dr. Dan question #6: Is the future bright regarding CRISPR technology to be used in other fields of medicine including cancer?
Dr. Dan answer: Yes, CRISPR technology can be looked at with chronic and other infectious diseases, and even cancer. In Cancer it can be looked at in what genes are involved with cancer. CRISPR addresses an urgent need of finding widespread, accurate, inexpensive, and accessible testing, and the availability of a test is one of the keys for reopening society again.
Dr. Dan question #7: Where may we get more information on you and general health tips?
Answer: Dr. Dan answer: At DrDanMd.com or on Twitter @DrDanMd1
About Dr. Dan O’Brien:
Dr. Dan is a medical expert for ‘the here and now’ but he’s also a Medical Futurist, with specialized knowledge in telemedicine, digital health, robotic technology, gene editing, augmented reality, software technology and A.I.
A physician and professor with a passion for innovative healthcare technologies and public health, Dr. Dan is a popular medical expert with appearances on national Talk Shows including ABC, NBC, CBS, Sinclair Broadcasting, Scripts News, Fox News, and Fox Television.
Dr. Dan understands the need to improve quality of care, cost, and access in healthcare. As a Chief Medical Officer for multiple healthcare startups and an award-winning scientific and academic leader, Dr. Dan brings substantial experience in public health and healthcare management.
An award-winning scientific and academic leader, Dr. Dan has worked with several biotech and pharmaceutical companies on increasing awareness, education, and research in many diagnostic and therapeutic fields, including in the biotechnology industry.
Not only is Dr. Dan is a medical expert for the here and now, but he’s also a medical Futurist, with specialized knowledge in nanobots, remote surgery and medical apps with algorithms that can be used in early detection as well as using AI to project the likely spread of disease.
Dr. Dan has an extensive physician network including relationships with key opinion leaders around the world. He has completed his clinical rotations at Emory University in Atlanta, GA and also has completed a certificate of participation from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He has an MBA in healthcare management, and a B.A from the University of Notre Dame.
Dr. Dan MD Sample Interviews:
KXAN-TV NBC May 5, 2020 Medical expert Dr. Dan MD shows benefits to first authorized at-home COVID-19 testhttps://www.kxan.com/news/coronavirus/medical-expert-shows-benefits-to-first-authorized-at-home-covid-19-test/
ABC-TV WZZM Grand Rapids, Michigan
Will Sports make a post-COVID-19 comeback?
WBAL-TV Will Sports make a post-COVID-19 comeback?
https://www.wbaltv.com/amp/article/will-sports-ever-return-to-normal/32195653
WCBM Radio interview with Dr. Dan MD exposing Fr. Fauci for involvement in $7.4 million funding for Wuhan virus lab! https://omny.fm/shows/podcasts/c-e-interview-dr-dan-obrien-5-4-20
WRVA Radio interview: https://newsradiowrva.radio.com/media/audio-channel/dr-dan-obrien-april-30-2020
Dr. Dan on CBS Television:
https://mycbs4.com/sports/pro-sports/when-will-sports-return
WJLA ABC Television ch 7/ March 5, 2020
Doctor warns stress can increase your risk for coronavirus, flu https://wjla.com/news/nation-world/doctor-warns-stress-can-increase-your-risk-for-coronavirus-flu
Vanessa Borge, Fox Channel 11 LA/ March 18, 2020
Children are less likely to get severely ill and die from the new coronavirus
