Experience is the Best Teacher

Today I want to highlight the value of experience as a teacher. I really think getting an internship or apprenticeship of some sort, where you have hands-on experience is worth so much more than countless hours of theoretical education. Observing and shadowing will teach you invaluable insight, but getting your feet wet and hands dirty […]

Your Body, Your Choice: Confessions of a Female Doctor

Repost By Kelly Brogan, MD ***This article hit really close to home for me and my beliefs, as well as the way I try to practice. Dr. Kelly Brogan graciously allowed this repost, let me know if it resonates and comment below!*** You may trust me because I have an M.D. That may mean, to you, […]

Probiotics Without The Plastic

The benefits of probiotics are well established and touted among all the health exerts and gurus alike. The microbiome is such an important aspect to total health and wellbeing, helping to support our digestive, endocrine, and immune function. And having a balanced immune system is key to decreasing inflammation, improving skin health, protecting us from […]

The Origins of the Rx Symbol

Rx is commonly considered an abbreviation for the Latin word recipere or recipe, which means “Take, thou.” Additional medical abbreviations also use x: For example, sx = signs and symptoms, tx = treatment, hx = history, and dx = diagnosis. However, the Rx symbol is not really the standard letters “R” and “x,” but actually […]

The Time is Now

Each of us is here to make a difference. The sacred Jewish text, Talmud, says,“If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?” There is no future and no past. The right time will never come. The time is […]

Asking WHY May Help Us Survive As A Species

It is my humble conclusion that there are two main issues that are threatening the end of the world. These are: 1. Climate change and 2. The illusion of separation. My studies and life experiences have led me to examine this issue of impending doom and categorize it as one of high priority. It is […]