The MD life: Secrets Of A Happy Marriage
Are you looking for the keys to a happy marriage? Are you in a dark spot now? Or are you in a bright place and trying to figure out how to keep it that way? Are you considering marriage but concerned about what will happen after you say, “I do”? I have been married for […]
Knowing When To Say “Enough”: Simone Biles And Women In Medicine
If you were glued to the Olympic Games this summer like I was, then you probably know about the events surrounding Simone Biles. As the leading gymnast on the US Team, Simone was expected to win multiple gold medals during the games. She qualified for the finals but she just did not feel like her […]
Finding meaning in caring for the dying
“I don’t know how you can deal with death and dying all day long.” It is a statement I hear frequently. My usual reply is that I cannot see myself doing anything else. My path to full-time hospice work was not a straight one , but definitely one that came full circle. During the mid […]
What Not To Say: Tips on making your post-covid-19 reunion an enjoyable one
“Oh wow! You’ve gained a lot of weight during the pandemic!” “When are you going to have a baby?” Now that COVID-19 restrictions have lessened, we can socialize again. The return of insensitive questions and comments are on the comeback as well. Do not be the person to make such statements or ask such questions. […]
Overcoming Overwhelm by Setting Priorities
“I don’t have enough time!” This is the first thought that comes to mind when I feel overwhelmed. I have been there many times and I bet you have too. What does overwhelm look like for me? A full to-do list with patients and meetings back-to-back. A pressured, hurried feeling with a twinge of anxiety. […]
The Benefits of Having A Supportive Spouse
Are you lucky enough to have a supportive spouse in your life? I have always been thankful for my husband. The COVID-19 pandemic gave me even more reason to be grateful. I now see clearly the difference a supportive spouse can make. As a general pediatrician – as with most other medical specialties – I […]
I paid less for my hospital birth than most of my patients with insurance!
It seemed unthinkable, but I decided to ponder about it anyway. Would it be possible to have a hospital birth without maternity coverage? I had time, and I had options, so I decided to figure it out. I have to start by being transparent. As the title implies, I am a physician, specifically an ob-gyn. […]
Budget 101 for Women Doctors
This pandemic has been an excellent opportunity to think and talk about money and finances. The eye-opening moment was when I saw my credit card bills once the shelter in place order was placed. I thought I was spending a fraction of my normal. Where had my money been going? I am grateful to the […]
Tips for Surviving Newlywed Life in Medicine
Relationships in medical training are never easy. I was engaged while long-distance, planned a wedding from across the country, and did not move in with my husband until six months after we tied the knot. And this was all before the pandemic, so I can only imagine how tough it is now. It was a […]
Three Crucial Actions in Saying Yes to Yourself
As a woman who wears many hats, wife, mom, daughter, friend, business owner, volunteer, and writer, to name a few, I am constantly asked to do many tasks. With each request, I have to assess how the new proposal will impact the others. I have to determine what is required and how much it will […]
