A Lingering Question, A Fading Heartbeat
This article has been de-identified to protect the anonymity and confidentiality of the patient in the story. Any matches in names or circumstances to… Read More »A Lingering Question, A Fading Heartbeat
2025
New Published Study Maps Risks and Benefits Associated with Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonist Use
In 2021 and 2023, the FDA approved Wegovy (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzapatide), respectively, for chronic weight management, along with increased physical activity and a reduced… Read More »New Published Study Maps Risks and Benefits Associated with Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonist Use
The Heart of a Rikishi
One of my grandfather’s first great dreams was to be a sumo wrestler. His mother, on the other hand, believed his body was too small… Read More »The Heart of a Rikishi
Of Mice, Men, and Machines: AI, Purpose, and the Pursuit of Life’s Big Questions
Douglas Adams introduced a whimsical universe in The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy where the search for life’s deepest mysteries takes on unexpected twists. A… Read More »Of Mice, Men, and Machines: AI, Purpose, and the Pursuit of Life’s Big Questions
The Need to Diversify Narrative Medicine
Narrative medicine is a powerful storytelling tool that allows health care professionals and patients to humanize medical experiences. Rita Charon coined the term “narrative medicine,”… Read More »The Need to Diversify Narrative Medicine
A Glimpse into My Long-Term Relationship
EFGGE. To most people, this is a random string of letters. But when I press these keys on the piano, it becomes a story. I… Read More »A Glimpse into My Long-Term Relationship
Balancing Business, Books and Jollof Rice
Maame Yaa Konadu Idun is a dual degree candidate in the public health and business administration master’s programs, with concentrations in epidemiology and biostatistics/health technology… Read More »Balancing Business, Books and Jollof Rice
Become a Biomedical Odyssey Blogger!
Our medical students, residents, postdocs and fellows have a lot to share — from daily life in the classroom, tips on thriving during residency, new… Read More »Become a Biomedical Odyssey Blogger!
Restoring Vision, Rekindling Hope: A Lesson in Patient-Centered Care
Hassan Moukhadder is an anterior segment clinical fellow in ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute. He attended American University of Beirut for medical school and… Read More »Restoring Vision, Rekindling Hope: A Lesson in Patient-Centered Care
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