My week as a vegan

Feb 2, 2020 | In Writing

When I was in my early twenties, I followed a vegan diet for several years. As a graduate student in Environmental Sciences in Montreal, several of my classmates and friends were vegan. There were a number of high-quality vegan restaurants nearby and the local grocery...

A conversation with Dr. Lawrence Hill

Dec 17, 2019 | In the Media, In Writing

Story-telling matters. The theme of the conference is the medical humanities. After Lawrence Hill’s keynote speech, the lineup of people waiting to speak with him is long. At the end of the day, I’m inspired by the lectures I attended, but disappointed...

Is CBD safe and effective?

Dec 9, 2019 | In Medicine, In Writing

At the age of three months, Charlotte Figi had her first seizure. She was later diagnosed with Davet Syndrome, a rare form of epilepsy. Her seizures continued, increasing in both frequency and severity. In a CNN interview, Charlotte’s mother Paige said that at the age...

U.S. Soccer Icon Megan Rapinoe says planning is important for mental health

Oct 17, 2019 | In Writing

Earlier this month I had the chance to see U.S. Women’s Soccer icon Megan Rapinoe speak at the University of Miami. At this sold out event, she was asked how she managed to keep her stress at bay with all her responsibilities. Rapinoe’s remedy? Planning.   “Being...

Why we need the lede in journalism and medicine

Oct 11, 2019 | In Writing

This post was also published on kevinmd.com In journalism, the lede is the first part of a news story. A good lede will entice the reader to read more. It contains the key points and gives the general idea of the article. Ledes are also crucial in the field of...

The language of medicine

Sep 6, 2019 | In Medicine, In Writing

The language of medicine can be complicated. Does it need to be this way? Several weeks ago, I began my studies for a Master’s degree in Journalism. I’m continuing to work as a physician, but for the next two years, I’ll also be gaining knowledge in an important...