Life at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Disclaimer: To avoid breaching patient confidentiality per hospital policy, names and circumstances have been altered. However, the spirit of the interaction with patients was preserved… Read More »Who Are the Best Teachers in the Hospital?
Countless big and small tragedies occur in the hospital daily. There is the yearning for fresh air, the tedium of one blood draw after another,… Read More »Witnesses of Tragedy in the Hospital
"Can you check my blood pressure?" This is a common request I get from my co-residents. Even I have taken advantage of the vacant blood… Read More »Who Cares for Resident Caretakers?
Though the individuals in this story are fictional, the stories presented reflect my real-life experiences with patients and their caregivers. Upon entering my patient’s room,… Read More »The Important Role of Caregivers in Health Care