You spent years learning how to save lives, diagnose complex cases, and manage high-pressure situations. But…
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How I learned to love my unique name as a doctor
Born a son to immigrant parents, one of whom did not speak any English early on…
10 hard truths about practicing medicine they don’t teach in school
I offer these ten points in the hope that you will surpass my generation of physicians,…
Why Hollywood's allergy jokes are dangerous
For twenty years I have been the mother of a child with a life-threatening food allergy.…
Why U.S. universities should adopt a standard pre-med major [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! Medical student…
How policy and stigma block addiction treatment
As a psychiatry resident, I recently completed a rotation at an addiction treatment facility that looked…
Coconut oil’s role in Alzheimer’s and depression
There is evidence that coconut oil may be a potent weapon in the battle against Alzheimer’s…
A doctor's guide to preparing for your death
Let us get this straight: Enjoying life is amazing. You should do more of it. Every…
Creating safe, authentic group experiences
I recently attended a three-day workshop on how to lead transformational workshops. The experience was both…
How tragedy shaped a medical career
The desegregation bus crash I was nearly killed in a desegregation bus crash. They called it…