Back when I was in medical school, the university hospital developed a systematic protocol for treating a patient experiencing a heart attack. Now, over 20 years later, such protocols are standard for the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of medical conditions. Unfortunately, we can lose sight of the individual amidst these regimented rules […]
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No, I am not trying to give parenting advice. But as a laparoscopic surgeon, I am constantly immersed in the “television experience”. “Experience” can be defined in several ways – number of procedures, experience over time, or how a surgeon applies past experience to future success. Here are five tips on how to become a […]
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Like any machine, the human body requires regular maintenance for optimal performance and longevity. Over the ensuing months, we will provide down-and-dirty health tips to keep your engine running smoothly for years to come. For the first installment of your body’s owner’s manual, here is your health-maintenance checklist: Balanced diet and the use of supplements […]
Whether or not you like surprises, one thing is certain – nobody likes a surprise when it comes to their own healthcare. The good news is that you can do a lot to navigate around these “landmines”. Here are my top five tips to take control of your own care: Make lists. All too often, […]
The Problem with Protocols
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerBack when I was in medical school, the university hospital developed a systematic protocol for treating a patient experiencing a heart attack. Now, over 20 years later, such protocols are standard for the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of medical conditions. Unfortunately, we can lose sight of the individual amidst these regimented rules […]
Everything I Know I Learned on TV
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryNo, I am not trying to give parenting advice. But as a laparoscopic surgeon, I am constantly immersed in the “television experience”. “Experience” can be defined in several ways – number of procedures, experience over time, or how a surgeon applies past experience to future success. Here are five tips on how to become a […]
Your Health Maintenance Checklist
/in Blog, Health and WellnessLike any machine, the human body requires regular maintenance for optimal performance and longevity. Over the ensuing months, we will provide down-and-dirty health tips to keep your engine running smoothly for years to come. For the first installment of your body’s owner’s manual, here is your health-maintenance checklist: Balanced diet and the use of supplements […]
Avoiding Healthcare Landmines
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerWhether or not you like surprises, one thing is certain – nobody likes a surprise when it comes to their own healthcare. The good news is that you can do a lot to navigate around these “landmines”. Here are my top five tips to take control of your own care: Make lists. All too often, […]