What Stillness by Laura Foley Lily pads ripple in summer breeze,as if they bloomed for me,revelation-white clouds floatthrough a divine blue sky.No human voices breakthe stillness of this hilltop pondwhere I come to forgetthe foolishness of homo sapiens—where a trout leaps from the lake,splashes shining down,opening a glimpse intothe world below the surface.My dog, wet […]
First, the audio in the most recent uploaded episode was choppy. I apologize. I have uploaded a new file that is clearer. This Wednesday is National Physician Suicide Awareness Day [9/17]. This Wednesday, there will be a re-release of the episode with Dr. Dominic Corrigan, the co-founder of Physicians Anonymous. Why? I am appreciative of […]
In a heartfelt and thought-provoking dialogue, Dr. Stephen DeMeo, a neonatologist based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and I explored the intricacies of medical practice, the challenges of work-life balance, the evolving role of technology in healthcare, and the future of medical education. Our candid conversation offers invaluable insights into both the personal and professional dimensions […]
In our latest Worthy Physician episode, I had the privilege of continuing my conversation with Dr. Maha Mohamad on a topic that resonates deeply with many in healthcare: how women physicians can authentically embrace leadership. This robust discussion explored the unique challenges women face in medical leadership and offered practical strategies for overcoming them. The […]
Leadership. It was a word and title from which I would hide, like a monster looking for me as if I were in a horror movie. Why was I initially scared of it? I think it is multifactorial. Although I hold an MD and MBA, leadership was never formally taught or discussed. Although it was […]
