Do contact tracing apps actually work?

Sep 9, 2020 | In Writing

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. Today, my colleagues and I presented our research at the...

The #medbikini controversy

Jul 26, 2020 | In Medicine, In Writing

There is nothing unprofessional about a #medbikini. I was relieved to learn that an article published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery on Friday was retracted. In case you missed it… Sexism in Medicine In a clear example of sexism in medicine, the study went...

The post-COVID world: A bittersweet symphony

Apr 14, 2020 | In Writing

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. These sorts of activities open my mind, allowing me to make progress in...

Stay at home; save a life

Mar 29, 2020 | In Writing

Having recently returned from the U.S., I’ve now finished my 14 days of self-isolation. Now, it’s back to work in the hospital. Over the last two weeks, I had very little sunshine. All of my food was delivered. The most difficult part of all, though, was...

How long can the coronavirus stay on surfaces?

Mar 23, 2020 | In Medicine, In Writing

The number of COVID-19 cases now exceeds 378,000 worldwide. This new coronavirus, also known as SARS-CoV-2, is having unprecedented global effects. The number of deaths in Italy surpasses 6000 and there is a lock-down in many countries. The number of worldwide cases...

Nova Scotia ramps up restrictions

Mar 22, 2020 | In Writing

The Government of Nova Scotia has declared a provincial state of emergency. Today at a press briefing, Premier Steve MacNeil, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Robert Strang other top officials updated the public on the latest restrictions. Tighter measures were put in place...