Tag: Respiratory disease

  • Happy Thanksgiving message

    If you’re anything like me, waking up on Thanksgiving morning brings to mind a flood of memories to truly appreciate.  Maybe its the intoxicating smell of turkey (and the tryptophan will make you want a nap)  mixed with pumpkin pie, or the anticipation of Christmas that entices us to slow down and reflect on what is truly…

  • Interesting case last week!

    Here’s something you never want your doctor to say–interesting!  That usually means something is bad for you, but good for a teaching case.  Last week was no exception.   I won’t mention any names for privacy, but this teenage boy was having problems.  Everytime his lung capacity dropped below 60%, here came the steroids.  No cough, no wheeze,…