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It’s the week of Thanksgiving. The one holiday that unites almost everyone in the United States (for those who do not know the history, it is disturbing). It has come to be a celebration of friends, family and loved ones for things that went right this past year. Usually people gather together and have aContinue reading “Thankful”

I have time for reflecting as I await my flight home from a global health trip after almost two years of virtual collaborations. The work was strenuous but absolutely fulfilling. A number of people ask why I created and participate in global health training and programs and I explain that global health contributes to globalContinue reading “My Brother’s Keeper”

Like many of you, I have worked hard to reach certain goals in my life and in my career. Figuring out what steps needed to be taken and then strategizing on how to implement each step. There have been many roadblocks but also a few easy paths along the way. Earnestly pursuing it despite theContinue reading “Be Careful What You Wish For”

As the summer has unfolded and the restrictions have loosened with regards to masking and social distancing, a number of people have resumed travel. Many are rushing to book flights to destinations anywhere but where they are currently located. Some brave enough to venture overseas. Trying to catch the window of when both their homeContinue reading “Hurry Up and Wait”

As a physician I am aware that there are many people out there in the world who have life altering conditions that require regular check-ups to ensure their stability. Recently I have had to take a closer look at their perspective. What is it like to anticipate your next appointment where you may or mayContinue reading “Six Months”

A lot of things are changing for me and many others this month of June. We have resident physicians graduating and going on to become independent doctors. Some people are moving on to new job positions, offices, careers, workplaces, or even retirement. The weather, though inconsistent, does feel mainly like summer and with it theContinue reading “Something New”

Today is a beautiful day for those living in my part of the NorthEast. Just stepping outside makes me feel happy. It’s Sunday and there is hope for the upcoming week. I will, however, concede that there are so many things I have to take care of. Fires to put out. Conversations to have. StrategiesContinue reading “Moments”

I won’t lie. This past week has been trying. And that’s saying something in a time where everyone has been under stress for over a year. I guess it is because there has been a baseline level of anxiety and apprehension that we have all had to deal with during this period. So the addedContinue reading “Lessons Learned”

It’s Saturday morning. I have my list of errands to run and assignments to complete. In the background I have music playing on a random rotation, care of Pandora. (Helps ensure I am in a good frame of mind). Morning thank you to God. Done. Quick text chat with my mom and sibs. Done. HalfContinue reading “Good Life”

On one Saturday afternoon, three women in three different locations, went to get their vaccination against the virus that causes COVID-19. A college student with a pre-existing condition hoping to travel abroad in the summer. Her mother, a professional working woman who is an essential worker hoping to have the basic protection as she preparesContinue reading “Three Generations”