I’ve never had the pain and agony of having a kid who is truly sick. Broken bones and minor surgeries don’t count. …
Earlier this year I read about a medical study that concluded that a diet high in saturated fat won’t kill you after…
Of course, patients are entitled to medical care around the clock. You would not expect to show up at 2:00 a.m. Of…
Proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are among the most common drugs prescribed in the United States. They are extremely safe and highly…
Protecting Human Subjects in Medical Research
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There was a tragedy in France recently that did not involve offensive cartoons, radicalized jihadists or terrorists masquerading as refugees. Innocent French…
Concierge Medicine - Is it Ethical or Elitist?
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Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), perhaps the most prestigious hospital in the United States, has just announced that it is joining the concierge…
I am known by my patients and friends for my calm, imperturbable manner. Yes, I am equipped with the full range of…
Are High-deductible Health Plans Working?
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May I whine for a few sentences please? My staff and I have a high-deductible medical insurance plan. As the costs of…
Years ago, I was having dinner with 2 members of The Cleveland Orchestra, one of the finest orchestras in the world. I…