Healthcare Update 07-16-2012
Some inner-city New York hospitals have figured out how to save money in malpractice premiums…
The Individual Mandate For Dummies
This cartoon was sent to me in an e-mail. Overly simplistic, but illustrates the issue.…
Healthcare Update — 07-13-2012
Difficult ethical dilemma. With limited resources, what should be done about the 10% of Medicare…
New Public Health Hazard
I took my daughter to her pediatrician’s office for her immunizations and it never ceases…
Buffy the Lifeguard
By BirdStrike, MD Taking a break from my main job at the trauma center, I…
Advice for New Medical Students
Whether you’re starting medical school or beginning your second year, this post is for you.…
Open Mic Weekend
Back by popular request … All weekend everyone is welcome to post any medically-related comments,…
Healthcare Update — 07-06-2012
Hmmmm. Sunburns and skin cancer versus loss of libido and shrunken male genitals. Which to…
The Supreme Curve Ball
The Supreme Court decision on the Affordable Healthcare Act threw us a curve ball. Many…
Obamacare Is Wrong, But The Chief Justice Is Right
By Birdstrike M.D. Yesterday, my 2 year old asked me, “Daddy, do clouds make rain…