Tag: Physician

  • Not All Docs are “Burned Out”

      Burn out!  The very mention of the word conjures up a mid-life crisis with broken relationships, declining work performance, and substance abuse.  Not to mention the pot belly that accompanies those of us in that blessed 5th decade of life.  Doctors and other health care providers are not immune from this most dreaded disease;…

  • Don’t ask….don’t tell!

    If patients don’t think you as a doctor are open to discussion about complementary medicine, guess what?  They won’t talk!  This web site is to prove that the Federal Government is interested in “bridging the gap” between traditional medicine and the complementary approach.  I would advise you to visit with your doctor about complementary medicines…

  • The most intriguing medical facts of 2011 from American Medical News

    I’ll won’t include every important fact, but some of my own comments might be helpful. For every American who quit smoking in 2011, another became obese.   Wow, travel to Italy (Europe) and this becomes quit clear.  Europeans smoke; Americans eat.  In some ways we cancel our vices out….can you imagine what would happen if we quit…

  • Does the Tail Wag the Dog in Medicine?

    This is a great story for all to read.  We (myself included) tend to become very negative about healthcare, especially with the elections heating up.  Grab your favorite beverage and enjoy reading how taking care of patients with empathy & concern will never go away regardless of healthcare legislation!  The Patient Will See You Now…

  • New Year’s Resolution–Who Should start Controller Meds?

    New Year’s resolution! I don’t like New Year’s Resolutions–if I don’t do something everyday, how is a resolution going to change my priority?  Behold…I bring you good tidings of great joy…taking regular PREVENTATIVE medication works the same way!  So what’s the issue at hand?  Patients with asthma often want to stop preventive medication for the…

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