A Physician as a Patient: Lessons in Health Literacy and Humility
The Importance of Health Literacy for All Even well-trained doctors have a lot to learn, and sometimes they learn it at the most unexpected times—such…
Category: Dr. Rob Perspectives
Birthdays are for gratitude
A Milestone Birthday: Reflections and Gratitude from the Hospital Bed As I mark a major birthday here in the hospital, I find myself reflecting deeply…
From Doctor to Patient: Embracing Maslow’s Hierarchy in Healing
As a practicing physician, I have spent my career guiding patients through their journeys to better health, always emphasizing the importance of holistic well-being. However,…
Attitude versus gratitude and the healing process
**Title: Attitude to Gratitude: Reflections from a Physician as a Patient** It’s four in the morning on the 10th day post-op from my second spinal…
Hallucination solution and Radar O’Reily draft
**Title: Celebrating the Heroes of Health: A Tribute to Exceptional Teamwork** In the world of healthcare, heroes often emerge in the most unexpected ways, showcasing…
Independence Day Reflection: Celebrating Occupational and Physical Therapists
Today, as we celebrate Independence Day, I find myself reflecting on a different kind of independence—one that is granted not by the founding fathers, but…
Preparing for Pain: A Doctor’s Journey Through Spine Surgery and Healing
As I prepare for my upcoming spine surgery, I am acutely aware of the challenges that lie ahead. This isn’t my first surgery; I’ve been…
Facing Surgery: A Physician’s Perspective
As a physician and medical educator, I’ve spent countless hours in the operating room, guiding patients through the uncertainties of surgery. But today, I find…
Women’s Health Challenge Invitation
Good morning, As we observe Women’s Health Week, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the importance of respecting and prioritizing one’s health, especially for…
Nature and Nurture
It is a natural instinct to care and nurture our young. It is needed for the survival of a species. As family leaders we need…