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Dementia—stepping into the patient’s reality
May 28, 2026 | 4 min read
Some people with dementia live more comfortably in the past than in the present. Consider joining them there rather than forcing orientation to current reality.
Lifelong learning in clinical excellence
“All I really need to know I learned in kindergarten”
May 14, 2026 | 2 min read
A retired teacher thanked me at discharge—not for optimizing her diuretics, but for asking about her late husband. Some of the earliest lessons we learn, including being kind, listening, and saying you're sorry, aren't just nice gestures—they're essential for providing excellent care.
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The last appointment
February 10, 2026 | 3 min read
In caring for a neurosurgeon facing probable Parkinson’s, perhaps the most healing act was to be fully present—to listen, bear witness, and acknowledge his reality. It also underscored that such empathy must be paired with suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and close follow-up.
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