In Writing
Estradiol explained: From gender affirming care to menopause
Estradiol is a hormone my body makes naturally, and it’s also available as a medication in pills, patches, gels, or injections. I prescribe it frequently in gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender women, and it’s also used to manage menopausal symptoms. In this article, I explain how estradiol works, its different types, the physical changes it can produce, and important health considerations. Whether you’re exploring hormone therapy or learning about menopause, understanding estradiol can help you make informed decisions with your healthcare team.
Pandemic Essays
Lately, I’ve been focusing on the essay as my form of writing of choice. As the quote above says, essays can clear the mind.
Chronic pain: a different approach inspired by noninvasive neuroimaging
Chronic pain is a very common reason why patients go and see their family doctor or nurse practitioner. Not only does chronic pain create tremendous suffering for patients, but it’s also something that doctors struggle with treating effectively. Dr. Maureen Allen is a...
Should Canada decriminalize drugs?
Last week, the city council of Vancouver unanimously voted to request that the federal government allow the decriminalization of drug use in this west coast city.
Season 16 of Grey’s Anatomy tackles the social determinants of health
A friend recently drew my attention to the fact that Season 16 of Grey’s Anatomy seemed different. I have to admit, I didn’t realize Grey’s Anatomy was still on air. Is that bad?
Why relationships in primary care matter now more than ever (hint: virtual health care isn’t everything)
To state the obvious, COVID has been hard for everyone. For health care providers, there is a sense of discombobulation.
Do contact tracing apps actually work?
One of the silver linings of the pandemic is that it has forced the rapid advancement of technology. Not only does this apply to virtual care, but academic conferences have also moved into the virtual sphere.
The #medbikini controversy
In a clear example of sexism in medicine, the study went so far as to create false social media accounts to ‘creep’ vascular surgery residents’ social media profiles.
The post-COVID world: A bittersweet symphony
This week, I opened my planner and came across a list of my goals for Spring that I’d written back in early January: attend a Latin dance festival; get my blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; travel.
In Medicine
