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Category Archives: Health Related
Doctors, Who Needs Them?
The answer to that question is easy. I do. In fact, we all do. This is one of the reasons why health care, when administered as a commodity, in a free market, and is treated as capitalism, does not work. … Continue reading
The Secret of Being an Organ Donor
This article in the Washington Post arouses grave concern with me…here is a copy of an email that I sent to my closest associates about its content: This really scares me. I believe in organ donation, but not by the … Continue reading
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Tagged Brain Death, Cardiac Death, Death Panels, Organ Donor, Sudden Cardiac Death
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A Hospital Adventure: A Reflection
Hospital experiences always offer a time of reflection. Fortunately, I have not had to spend too many times in the hospital. This past week though, was not one of those. I had an appointment with my Cardiologist Wednesday before last … Continue reading
A Hospital Adventure: Day Eight
Fairly restful night, at least considering how you really do not get rest in a hospital. Pain is not as significant today. Dr Fugate was in and said I can go home. He thinks we are finally balancing out everything … Continue reading
A Hospital Adventure: Day Seven
A restless night with some discomfort and swelling. The new device is larger than the old one. Dr. Gassis had to remove the old scar tissue and increase the size of the pocket for the new device. Dr. Fugate was … Continue reading
A Hospital Adventure: Day Six
Again I have been NPO since last night. It is a waiting game now. Dr. Fugate, my attending Cardiologist for today came by for a visit and shared what was happening with the blood work. He said he was increasing … Continue reading
