
How — and why — to fit more fiber and fermented food into your meals

UTI in older women: Why postmenopausal women are susceptible to urinary tract infection, and what to do about it

Can a routine vaccine prevent dementia?

Some adults may need a measles booster shot. Who should get one and why?

Less butter, more plant oils, longer life?

Healthier planet, healthier people

Counting steps is good — is combining steps and heart rate better?

Appendix pain: Could it be appendicitis?

Can saw palmetto treat an enlarged prostate?

How does Ozempic work? Understanding GLP-1s for diabetes, weight loss, and beyond

Lori Wiviott Tischler, MD, MPH
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Lori Tishler, MD, MPH is a general internist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School. In addition to caring for a large panel of patients, Dr. Tishler is the medical director of the hospital’s largest practice. Clinically, her interests include preventive medicine, the interface between physical and behavioral health, and culturally competent, humanistic care. Dr. Tishler’s non clinical work is focused on improving care delivery, value, and operational efficiency. She also thinks a lot about improving physician quality of life, decreasing burnout, and improving resiliency. She teaches and mentors residents and medical students. Outside of work, Dr. Tishler loves to spend time with her family, travel, do puzzles, and read.
Posts by Lori Wiviott Tischler, MD, MPH

Lori Wiviott Tischler, MD, MPH
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Lori Wiviott Tischler, MD, MPH
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Drug-resistant bacteria a growing health problem

How — and why — to fit more fiber and fermented food into your meals

UTI in older women: Why postmenopausal women are susceptible to urinary tract infection, and what to do about it

Can a routine vaccine prevent dementia?

Some adults may need a measles booster shot. Who should get one and why?

Less butter, more plant oils, longer life?

Healthier planet, healthier people

Counting steps is good — is combining steps and heart rate better?

Appendix pain: Could it be appendicitis?

Can saw palmetto treat an enlarged prostate?

How does Ozempic work? Understanding GLP-1s for diabetes, weight loss, and beyond