Inside the insane and beautiful 'Instagram for doctors,' where surgeons post photos of freak cases and help each other save lives
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Dr. Josh Landy thought up the idea for Figure 1 when he noticed that doctors were texting each other photos in order to communicate about cases. They would ask each other questions, or prep colleagues for a case. But why not expand that circle, and use doctors around the world to help out?
That's what sparked Landy to create Figure 1, a network where doctors share photos, wisdom, and "likes" with their counterparts around the world. He has raised more than $8 million for the app from investors like Union Square Ventures.
The results of Figure 1 are fascinating. Looking at the app is a glimpse into the strange world of doctors, complete with bizarre cases, gallows humor, and a palpable sense of how many lives are being saved.
To comply with HIPAA and protect patients, the app removes all identifying features, like tattoos and faces, from each photo. Patients also must sign a consent form in the app before the doctor can share a photo.
Here's what happens in Figure 1:
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