In Simon Sinek’s iconic book Start with Why he states, “Regardless of WHAT we do in our lives, our WHY– our driving purpose, cause or belief– never changes.” So I am going to start with my WHY. Two months … Continue reading →
My dad had vascular dementia. It took a LOT of doctor’s appointments to arrive at this conclusion. It was the result of damage to his brain caused by poor blood flow. Unlike a stroke, which is typically sudden and caused … Continue reading →
My dad was hospitalized several times while my sisters and I helped to care for him. They were usually brief hospital stays of 2-3 days. No matter how long he stayed or where he was hospitalized, there was always one … Continue reading →
*Please note that this article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. You should always use your best judgment and the advice of your personal physician or another licensed healthcare professional when deciding when … Continue reading →
When my sisters and I began caring for our dad several years ago, our lives were turned upside down. We took turns checking on him after work, fighting rush hour traffic to get to his home to spend a little … Continue reading →
*Note: To watch Episode #10 of “Navigator Nuggets”, my weekly Facebook Live show (Mondays 8pm ET) where we had an informative discussion on this topic, click here. In December 2017, a 75-year-old woman in stable condition recovering … Continue reading →
It’s hard to believe, but 2018 is almost a wrap! I know this is the season for holiday celebrations, self-reflection, and goal-setting, but as a professional health advocate, I am always thinking about your health. Here are my top 4 … Continue reading →
A surprise medical bill is a bill for medical services an individual thought would be covered by his/her health insurance. The issue of surprise medical bills is receiving more and more attention as the cost of healthcare in the United … Continue reading →
When I had gallbladder surgery 2 years ago, I was a full-time physician working for an academic medical institution in a large metropolitan area. I had great health insurance. I went to the Emergency Department for severe abdominal pain and … Continue reading →
My youngest daughter moves into her college dorm next week. Like most families, we have spent a lot of time shopping for twin XL sheets, storage bins, a micro-fridge, and various other items to furnish her room away from home. … Continue reading →
My husband may not be happy that I’m sharing this but getting him to go to the doctor is like dragging a toddler out of Disney World at the end of a long day. He doesn’t kick and scream, (ok, … Continue reading →
Make sure the medical team has the information they need 