I grew up in a country (Kuwait) where income was tax free. Additionally, having an Indian education means the finer points of a saving economy are drilled at school. We were taught how to calculate tax in the 9th grade. No kidding! The tax problem carries the highest points on our math exam; 10 points. … Continue reading 10 Steps To Eliminate Medical School Debt
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10 Steps to Better Doctor Patient Conversations
This week we were asked to attend a training session on communications to improve doctor patient conversations. And so as I was taking notes, I decided to create a post about it. A lot of these tips are for both; the outpatient and inpatient but they're more necessary in the inpatient setting since basic principles … Continue reading 10 Steps to Better Doctor Patient Conversations
Publishing in Academic Medicine
As a freelance medical writer for over a decade now, I've been asked hundreds of times to write, edit and publish academic work. And always there are a few nutty queries. Queries that make me bang my head on the wall. So, here's my advice on publishing in academic medicine. I hope it clears a … Continue reading Publishing in Academic Medicine
How to Self Care for Medical Professionals?
What Is Self Care? Self care is the practice of preserving one's own health by actively taking steps. Medical professionals need self care just as much as other high risk professionals. This isn't a new concept. It's been studied among various medical professionals. Studies have shown that medical students who engage in self care tend … Continue reading How to Self Care for Medical Professionals?
Debunking Vaccine Myths
There are plenty of vaccine myths. Coming from a country where access to healthcare and a lack of education results in lower vaccination rates. It's rather shocking that on the other side of the pond, the reasons for not vaccinating are a matter of choice. Vaccine Myths In NY, I've seen every exanthem I've never … Continue reading Debunking Vaccine Myths
Bioethics: Not all stem cell research is the same!
Last Sunday at the NY chapter meeting of the CMA, we were given a lecture by Dr. Alan Moy, MD. He's a pulmonologist and also the Director of John Paul II Stem Cell Research Institute. So quick question, which of the following stem cell therapies are made from illicit/ aborted fetal stem cell lines/ chimeras? … Continue reading Bioethics: Not all stem cell research is the same!