How 18th Century Racism Affects Your Healthcare

When I lived in Philadelphia, I had an allergist who would often give me lung function tests to assess my asthma-related difficulties. The test always registered as normal, even when I was clearly unwell, and in fact, sometimes it came out above average, which she said was odd for an asthmatic. I have always hated […]

A Surgeon’s View: Navigating Healthcare as a Family Member

Source: DragonImages / @dragonimages The past few months have given me a deeply personal look into our healthcare system—from both the patient’s and the family’s perspectives. As a surgeon with over 20 years of experience, I am well aware of the challenges patients face: the frustration of long wait times, the stress of navigating a […]