Here we are. It’s 2023 and after 19+ years of working with patients and their advocates, I have (at least SEMI) retired! Over the past few weeks I’ve been updating this website so those who are interested can find the articles and advice I’ve provided… Which brings us to this post 🙂 The posts you’ll […]
Time Has Marched On Read More »
It’s 2019 – mid-year – the end of June to be exact. The last time I posted on this site was more than 2 years ago. I would tell you I’m embarrassed that it’s been so long since the last one, but – actually – no. I’m not! Because I’ve been very very busy helping
After all these years… Read More »
There simply are not enough hours in the day. When the “good idea” part of your brain goes into overdrive, and the clock can’t keep up with it, then you’re left with the same 24 everyone else has – with more stuff to do, stuff that takes longer because it’s new. Such has been my
Your Comments – Loud, Clear, and Acted Upon Read More »
When oncologists consider recommendations for their patients’ cancer treatment, they will often consider the guidelines published by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. They expect to find the latest information in effective treatment, based on the best research, along with information they can share with their patients. But it turns out, that may not be what’s
Patients Looking Out for Each Other – When Patients Know Best Read More »
This post is two things: 1. A description of the problem which has to do with money, influence, and once again, it’s the little guy who will lose out. 2. A call to action for those who live in New York State – where the most egregious of examples is taking place now. (And may
Getting Away With Murder? Public Records, New York and Across the US Read More »
One frightening and frustrating trend we’ve seen since the 24-hour news cycle became a reality (meaning – since we have all gotten used to, and expect, to get our news updated at anytime, day or night, everywhere) – credibility has taken a nose dive. We want to think we can count on the “facts” as
Chicken Little, Wishful Thinking and the 24 Hour News Cycle Read More »
Do you ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in your day, and that you can’t possibly do everything you wish you could do? Not every day, of course! But yes – I know you’ve felt exactly the same way. That’s been my constant state now for the last many months. And because each
Every Patient’s Advocate 2.0 – An Update Read More »
Article: When Patients Read What Their Doctors Write by Leana Wen, MD from Reader’s Digest (and NPR) What a great empowerment tool for patients! Read this article about how Dr. Wen works with her patients during visits to make sure their electronic records are accurate. Smart Patient Takeaway: This is a great tool for patients
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