A medical school classmate recently said to me, “You won’t be remembered for your failures.” Her words were exactly what I needed to hear after failing my medical school licensing exam. She was right—I am more than my failures. I have…
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Celebrating silver: 3 best practices for meeting people where they are with diabetes adherence
During the Olympics and Paralympics, all eyes turn to the best of the best: incredible athletes who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of greatness in hopes of earning one of the most sought-after titles in the world. “Gold medalist”…
How one food truck saved a chaotic hospital shift
“Thank God for the food truck,” said the charge nurse to no one in particular. It hadn’t been a great morning at the no-name hospital in Upstate New York. They were short-staffed to begin with, and a nurse had called in sick. Her staf…
Postpartum crisis: a physician’s call for comprehensive maternal support
The moment my daughter was placed on my chest, I knew something was wrong. Her skin had a blue-purple tinge, and she barely cried. I instinctively began rubbing her tiny body, trying to stimulate her, but she remained quiet and minimally responsive. Wh…
Teaming in health care: Why the future of patient care depends on collaboration [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! We explore the evolving dynamics of health care teams with guests Matthew Sherrer, an anesthesiologist, and Brooke Vining, a nurse anesthetist. We discuss the shift from t…
How drivers of health screenings led to immediate patient impact and practice sustainability
Recently, an elderly patient at my practice unexpectedly began to miss her monthly appointments. I was alarmed. The patient has atrial fibrillation—a condition characterized by irregular heart rhythms and an increased risk of stroke. The condition dema…
The role of AI in improving health care: artificial intelligence and appreciative inquiry
Kim Downey: Part of my work supporting physicians involves facilitating connections, both among physicians and with others who assist them. In this vein, I introduced Dr. Wael Saasouh to Lisa Scardina. Our discussion touched on AI, with Dr. Saasouh sha…
Solving the health care dilemma: Why older adults are skipping vital care
As a gerontologist, it is disheartening to engage with older adults who express disinterest in routine medical check-ups. Many of these individuals outright refuse to follow doctors’ orders or take prescribed medications. This troubling trend is …
Money dysmorphia: Why you feel like you’ll never have enough [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! In this episode, we dive into the emerging trend of money dysmorphia—a distorted perception of one’s financial situation that’s affecting people across all income le…
The choice between integrity and power in a world of chaos
The world is benefited by a variety of human beings. Almost everyone can contribute greatly to our societies, no matter what their personal drives. Even the selfish and hate-filled can give us people like Henry Ford, the antisemitic supporter of Hitler…
