Since I'm doing my best to stay off social media after Lent, I've filled my time going over things I like; football (Hala Madrid!), listening to funny podcasts, reading, imagining traveling (haha) and looking at beautiful architecture. Architecture is one of the first things I check out when I visit a new city. Usually in … Continue reading 10 Stunning Hospital Architecture Designs

As a freelance medical writer for over a decade now, I've been asked hundreds of times to write, edit and publish academic work. And always there are a few nutty queries. Queries that make me bang my head on the wall. So, here's my advice on publishing in academic medicine. I hope it clears a … Continue reading Publishing in Academic Medicine

What Is Self Care? Self care is the practice of preserving one's own health by actively taking steps. Medical professionals need self care just as much as other high risk professionals. This isn't a new concept. It's been studied among various medical professionals. Studies have shown that medical students who engage in self care tend … Continue reading How to Self Care for Medical Professionals?

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the world to a halt. Many countries have imposed stay-at-home or lockdown protocols to curb the virus’ continued spread. The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases is over 1.9 million, with more than 119,000 deaths. The U.S. has been the hardest hit country with over 500,000 cases. This has understandably caused … Continue reading Cold, Flu or Coronavirus: How to Tell the Difference?

A little over a month ago, I remember people sharing whatsapp videos about weird bat soups and some strange virus called coronavirus. Most of us scoffed at it, given that we knew very little about the proportions of the problem as reported by China. It was mid February where there was widespread knowledge about a … Continue reading What we now Know about the Coronavirus?

There are plenty of vaccine myths. Coming from a country where access to healthcare and a lack of education results in lower vaccination rates. It's rather shocking that on the other side of the pond, the reasons for not vaccinating are a matter of choice. Vaccine Myths In NY, I've seen every exanthem I've never … Continue reading Debunking Vaccine Myths