Medical Lessons Learned
It is amazing to think of how much medicine has evolved as I’ve watched.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Celebrating life at the end of life
We walked the tightrope daily trying to keep her comfortable
A patient with a bone marrow transplant shows how short and precious life is
I will never forget the intent of his teaching as he knew the prognosis was grim for him.
Neck and chest pain in a student
A PA reflects on a time when a patient complained of left-sided neck pain and was diagnosed with a 12-cm mass.
Signs of physical abuse in a patient
A PA reflects on a time when a patient arrived for an annual check-up and showed curious signs of abuse.
Screening stroke patients for signs of depression
More aggressive depression screening for patients with stroke will help detect and treat symptoms sooner.
Transcending the emotional barriers between provider and patient
Transcending the emotional barriers between clinician and patient can lead to a stronger, more balanced professional life.
Diagnosing a pulmonary embolism and saving a life
A Divine guidance helps a nurse practitioner make a diagnosis that saved a patient’s life.
Fulfilling a dying patient’s request: A trip to the Renaissance Festival
A dying man’s wish to attend a Renaissance Festival taught a valuable lesson to a palliative care nurse practitioner.
A young girl with Kawasaki disease: Diagnosing a rare disorder
A girl presented to a small town hospital symptoms including fever, bloodshot eyes, red lips, and rash on the palms of her hands.
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