Category Archives: Healthcare Today

Complicit

Posted on December 11, 2024 by deconstructingdoctor

The American healthcare system is complicated. I often wonder if I am complicit in its abuses because I am a doctor.  I get a paycheck every 2 weeks for my services to patients that are part of the hospital system … Continue reading →

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The Truth Hurts

Posted on January 16, 2021 by deconstructingdoctor

I get up pretty early, even on the weekends. It’s automatic even if I try to sleep-in, the best I can do is 7:30. I like the time in the morning before the sun rises, before my family stumbles out … Continue reading →

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Black Health Matters

Posted on May 31, 2020 by deconstructingdoctor

I don’t know about you guys, but I’m tired. I have been on social media almost nonstop. I think my phone said my online time is up 40% this week. I am consuming everything I can about what is happening … Continue reading →

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For the love of nurses

Posted on May 2, 2018 by deconstructingdoctor

I passed the boards, in case you were wondering.  It’s a relief.  I don’t have to think about that again for 10 years.  Who knows, by then I may be retired.  Or a famous writer.  Or still doing the same … Continue reading →

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Board to Death

Posted on March 21, 2018 by deconstructingdoctor

Every 7 or 10 years, I have to retake my medical boards.  I am currently board certified, but have to prove it over and over again throughout my career.  If I jump through a bunch of hoops, like taking certain … Continue reading →

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Antiquated

Posted on July 16, 2017 by deconstructingdoctor

Today was a good day.  There were only a few things on the agenda that needed to get done.  The first was to get the car inspected, but unfortunately, my place was closed due to a funeral, such is the … Continue reading →

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The Road Not Taken

Posted on June 21, 2017 by deconstructingdoctor

To say that I and the people around me have had the year from hell is an understatement.  I have been waging battles and battles have been waged against me.  I have sought the counsel of friends, coworkers, partners, therapists, … Continue reading →

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Runner’s Guilt

Posted on April 2, 2017 by deconstructingdoctor

There is something inherently selfish about running. It really serves no purpose to mankind.  At least not overtly. I still haven’t gotten back into the running groove like I had intended.  There are reasons, so, so many reasons.  It’s cold. … Continue reading →

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When you don’t see 50 patients a day

Posted on March 26, 2017 by deconstructingdoctor

This blogpost was inspired by One Woman’s Quest who wrote in response to my blog Profit or Prophet:  Stick to your ideals! 25 people is more than enough, but 50? How is that supposed to be helpful? My doctor refuses to overwhelm herself … Continue reading →

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Give Me Insurance or Give Me Death

Posted on March 25, 2017 by deconstructingdoctor

If you haven’t found the Shinbone Star yet, check it out here.  I’ve reblogged a post I did about the Republicans failed attempt at repealing the ACA.  The folks at the Shinbone Star were spurred on to return to journalism … Continue reading →

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