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OpenAI Executive Fidji Simo on Leave for POTS Treatment

4/6/2026

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Fidji Simo, an OpenAI executive, is on temporary medical leave to treat postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS).
Simo was diagnosed with POTS in 2019.
POTS affects the autonomic nervous system.
Some long-term COVID patients have also developed POTS, leading to additional symptoms like anxiety and cognitive issues.
Simo plans to return after several weeks of treatment.

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Fidji Simo, an OpenAI executive, is on temporary medical leave to treat postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS).
Simo was diagnosed with POTS in 2019.
POTS affects the autonomic nervous system.
Some long-term COVID patients have also developed POTS, leading to additional symptoms like anxiety and cognitive issues.
Simo plans to return after several weeks of treatment.