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First Do No Harm

Posted on September 16, 2020 by deconstructingdoctor

A gentle reminder, on occasion I moonlight for the Shinbone Star, the best little political blog on the world. I joined the mostly disgruntled mostly retired journalists and editors about 4 years ago when all hell broke loose in America. … Continue reading →

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After Life

Posted on September 14, 2020 by deconstructingdoctor

I think I have an unhealthy obsession with death. It is not clear to me when this started. I think I let it out of my subconscious 4 years ago after the sudden death of my mom. There was something … Continue reading →

Posted in My Stories, Uncategorized | Tagged art, art class, blue eyes, creepy dolls, Death, Doctor, eyes, Mom, obsession, paint | 5 Comments

Postcards from the Edge

Posted on August 25, 2020 by deconstructingdoctor

The news cycle can be overwhelming. The onslaught of conspiracy theories, half truths, and misinformation that comes from social media and not so respectable news sources is a never ending battle. Who do you trust? Who is trying to manipulate? … Continue reading →

Posted in My Stories, Uncategorized | Tagged post office, postcards, protest, Punk Rock, secret service, sex pistols, shakespears, Truth, usps, voter suppression, voting | 6 Comments

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 →

Posted in Healthcare Today, Uncategorized | Tagged Ahmaud Arbery, black health, black health disparities, Black Lives Matter, Central Park Amy, Doctor, George Floyd, protest, racism | 3 Comments

The Essential Worker

Posted on April 23, 2020 by deconstructingdoctor

I was talking to a patient the other day while we passed in the hallway. I had a mask on, she didn’t. She was in the office that morning to get her routine fasting labs. I asked her if she … Continue reading →

Posted in Medical Musings, Uncategorized | Tagged burger, COVID-19, deconstructing doctor, Doctor, essential worker, Healthcare, needed, nonessential worker, PPE, protestors, quarantine, testing | 20 Comments

Stay the F^#@ Home

Posted on March 22, 2020 by deconstructingdoctor

I have been at home for the past 4 days with my family. I go back to work tomorrow. I am actually looking forward to the routine of a work day, although even the work day is not routine. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Medical Musings, Uncategorized | Tagged carolina, chickens, COVID-19, Doctor, essential workers, flu, habit, maternity leave, medical care, quarantine, routine, spring, stay home, telemedicine, work | 3 Comments

Crown of Thorns

Posted on March 19, 2020 by deconstructingdoctor

The coronavirus is named because under an electron microscope, the group of viruses appear to wear a crown. I can’t help but compare that to the crown of thorns that adorned the head of Jesus Christ while he hung on … Continue reading →

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Suicide Dissolution

Posted on June 11, 2018 by deconstructingdoctor

Trigger warning: This post discusses suicide, if it is a subject that triggers you, please do not read this post. If you are suffering from depression, having thoughts of suicide, please seek help by calling the Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 I … Continue reading →

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One Year Anniversary

Posted on November 20, 2016 by deconstructingdoctor

Time is relentless. It races us forward kicking and screaming without our consent. One year ago today, I published my first blogpost. There was a mix of great excitement and great fear. Could they be one in the same? Before … Continue reading →

Posted in My Stories, Uncategorized | Tagged anniversary, blog, blogger, blogging, Doctor, friend, inspiration, writing | 17 Comments