Author Archives: deconstructingdoctor

The Truths of Aging

Posted on February 27, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

Youth-anasia There are certain truths that come with aging.  You don’t always realize them until you actually age.  Knowing them too soon is against the laws of nature.  You don’t want to ruin the mystique of getting older.  If you … Continue reading →

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Youth-anasia

Posted on February 24, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

The Truths of Aging I’m not getting any younger.  I’m OK with that.  The part that I’m not so happy about is the slow decay of my body while I’m still living in it.  That getting older part.  I am … Continue reading →

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Hi. It’s Cancer Calling.

Posted on February 21, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

I changed my cell phone carrier a few months ago.  What I neglected to do was tell my new carrier to block my cell phone number so that “restricted” would show up instead of my personal number when I call … Continue reading →

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There’s no “I” in Mucus

Posted on February 18, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

But there is an “us.” Everyone in the house is sick, except me.  It’s only a matter of time.  My oldest has a wicked gag reflex and every time he coughs, he pukes.  I’ve had to keep him out of … Continue reading →

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Your New Doctor: A User’s Guide

Posted on February 16, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

Congratulations! You have a new doctor! You will experience many years of meaningful interaction with them! They will give you great advice, discover things about you, and help you navigate through the scary parts of your life. Here is a … Continue reading →

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Why Run?

Posted on February 13, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

I was never an athlete.  I once tried out for the Volleyball team in Middle School.  I got on the JV squad and during our first practice, I gloriously dove for a ball and wound up jamming my finger right … Continue reading →

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What About the Drug Company?

Posted on February 12, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

I could complain about the drug companies and their exorbitant prices.  I will in a minute.  Mostly, I am really glad that I have more in my pharmaceutical armamentarium than leaches and bloodletting.  We are truly in an age of … Continue reading →

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The Money Monster

Posted on February 10, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

Accountable Care Organizations: A Brief Explanation Monsters have one thing in common.  They are driven by a selfish greed to feed:  on blood, on souls, on your bank account.  Insurance and drug companies are in the business to make money. … Continue reading →

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Accountable Care Organizations: A Quick Explanation

Posted on February 7, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

Something is happening in medicine today and you probably don’t have a clue. You have a problem, go to the doctor, pay your co-pay, pick up your medicine, and live another day. Nothing seems to have changed and nothing seems … Continue reading →

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Eat Like A Champion or Not

Posted on February 6, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

My husband announced to me yesterday amidst the usual hectic rush to get everyone ready and out the door in the morning that the Carolina Panthers ate Bojangles every Friday (I can not in all honesty corroborate this, so if … Continue reading →

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