Dr. Dan O’Brien MD via Zoom/Skype/Phone from St. Louis/CT
Intro: We’re hearing more in the news about we have ‘flattened the curve’ in the coronavirus pandemic. And since coronaviruses don’t thrive in warm, moist weather with lots of sunshine packed with germ-killing Ultraviolet Radiation, it’s quite possible that soon the bulk of this COVID-19 Pandemic will be behind us.
But before we all exhale without masks, what is the possibility of a 2nd coronavirus wave?
Weighing in on this question is medical futurist, Dr. Dan O’Brien.
Q&A:
Dr. Dan question: What are the chances of a 2nd Coronavirus wave?
Dr. Dan answer: The chances are good as we enter a flu season again. Flu season is from October to March, so we could have a flu and Covid pandemic at the same time in the future.
Dr. Dan question: What can the government, scientists, healthcare facilities, and the citizens in our country do to prepare for a 2nd wave?
Dr. Dan answer: The government can continue to educate and create awareness around the symptoms and risks, scientists can enhance surveillance systems through more accurate and reliable diagnostic testing while working on a vaccine, and healthcare facilities can ensure we have PPE and additional medical supplies so there is no shortage. The citizens of our country can continue to practice social distancing, be mindful of your surroundings as you enter hospitals and nursing homes and continue to find ways to boost your immune system.
Dr. Dan question: What have we learned from the 1st wave of COVID-19?
Dr. Dan answer: We learned how fast COVID-19 can spread and how contagious this is, so the preparation plan has to be in place, and gaining information from reliable resources as there is a great deal of misinformation out there. Also, our public health officials learned about the importance of continuing to build a strong public health infrastructure moving forward.
Dr. Dan question: What new future healthcare technologies can be implemented to prepare for the 2nd wave?
Dr. Dan answer: The use of A.I (artificial intelligence) and predictive analytics can be useful as we look at utilizing data to make more informed decisions to prepare for the 2nd wave. A.I will be able to predict a future outbreak again through the use of machine learning algorithms, which can then help with future preparedness. Also, the use of digital mobile apps like symptom checkers and contract tracing apps will help.
Dr. Dan question: If we do have a 2nd wave of COVID-19 will it be worse or better than the 1st wave?
Dr. Dan answer: I don’t see it as bad the second time around because it will start to lose its novelty at that point. Many carriers have gone completely unnoticed at this time, which increases the likelihood of a certain amount of immunity to then protect them. We are still looking at 2021 before a vaccine is completed
Dr. Dan question #6: Where may we get more information on this topic and your other writings and discussion?
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
