Li, X., Andersson, T., Ahlstrom, M
Specialists are better at solving specific problems (as an ob/gyn, Asaf allowed, Im probably better than him at managing endometriosis) but patients who see a generalist over years live longer, spend less, and report better experiences than those who see multiple specialists for their different organ systems
This is concerning because loss of skeletal muscle can lead to decreased strength, reduced functional capacity, and a lower resting metabolic rate, potentially making weight regain more likely after medication discontinuation
Below, we break down the details from notable pieces of research, including the outcomes of a few completed clinical (human) trials