A few months ago, major medical organizations in the United States (US), including the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), American Medical Association (AMA), Educational Commission of Foreign Medical Graduated (ECFMG), The Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) and the National Board of Medical Examiners […]
Basic biochemistry suggests that fasting is good for you, especially if you are trying to lose weight. The body needs ATP (energy) to function and it usually gets this energy from glucose (sugar). We obtain this energy from our food- which for most of us […]
A few years ago I read a quote that has stuck with me each time I realize how fortunate I am to have my husband: “The most important career move you make is the partner you choose to spend your life with.” When I first […]
During his 2004 stand up Never Scared Chris Rock said, “I love rap music, but I am tired of defending it.” That statement, for me, holds true more today than ever before. Mumbling about nonsense is already hard to defend, and only gets worse when […]
College → Medical School → Residency → Fellowship. The journey to becoming a doctor sometimes feels like climbing a never ending ladder.
“The days are long, but the years are short.” That’s what they told us when residency began three years ago and after having completed my last day of residency today I couldn’t agree more. Like finishing anything meaningful, graduating residency is bittersweet. There’s no doubt […]
Whether you believe in science, God, neither, or some combination- we can all agree that death is inevitable. Due to the finality of our lives each of us should understand and prepare for that moment not only for ourselves, but also for our loved ones. […]
Perhaps a few times a week I’ll get asked about vitamins and dietary supplements from my friends, family members and patients alike. People are always looking for a “natural” way to take care of their health and getting to be a part of these discussions […]
The New Year has arrived and like every new year, the resolution to get to the gym is made by many. People are about to start working their butts’ off- sweating, grunting, and of course, snap chatting. All who want to get in shape believe […]