Discussions

The tools in a medieval Japanese healer’s toolkit: from fortunetelling and exorcism to herbal medicines
As a historian of premodern Japan, Alessandro Poletto has studied its healing experts. Both literature and historical records demonstrate that the boundaries between what are often called ‘religion’ and ‘medicine’ were indistinct.
Florida’s ‘quick fix’: Instead of looking to Canada for cheaper drugs, U.S. should regulate its own prices
We appreciate that Americans need access to affordable drugs. But taking them from Canada is not a fair, sustainable or equitable solution.

ER tales: How to skin a chicken

Every ER doctor gets this question. ‘So, what’s the craziest thing you’ve ever seen?’
On the ethics of telling residents to avoid comprehensive family medicine

Dr. Mark Dermer takes issue with a recent opinion piece by Maria DiDanieli, saying that her working alongside physicians as part of a family health team doesn’t mean she really understands what her doctor colleagues go through.
Symptoms of MS: Fatigue

In this ongoing series for pharmacists, Nancy Banoub examines the symptoms of MS, their cause and outlines potential remedial steps that can be taken to help mitigate these symptoms.
My tips on how to avoid burnout as a surgeon

Physicians of all stripes are highly susceptible to burnout—but what should surgeons specifically do to protect themselves?
MedsChecks by pharmacies: Interrupting family doctors while getting paid twice as much

Every fax. A piece of paper. Every message. Each of these costs family doctors time and resources.
Undetectable = Untransmittable: A conversation between Dr. Theresa Tam and HIV activist Jade Elektra

Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s chief public health officer discusses the successes and limitations of a public health campaign with Jade Elektra, HIV Activist, drag performer and community builder.
The Discount Code Doctor is in

There are different ways doctors use social media, all of which hinge on the authority that a medical degree provides. But the rise of the physician influencer begs the question: How should doctors present themselves online?
POLL: Is it unethical to discourage doctors in your specialty from setting up in your province?

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The tools in a medieval Japanese healer’s toolkit: from fortunetelling and exorcism to herbal medicines

Florida’s ‘quick fix’: Instead of looking to Canada for cheaper drugs, U.S. should regulate its own prices

ER tales: How to skin a chicken

On the ethics of telling residents to avoid comprehensive family medicine

Symptoms of MS: Fatigue

My tips on how to avoid burnout as a surgeon

MedsChecks by pharmacies: Interrupting family doctors while getting paid twice as much

Undetectable = Untransmittable: A conversation between Dr. Theresa Tam and HIV activist Jade Elektra

The Discount Code Doctor is in

POLL: Is it unethical to discourage doctors in your specialty from setting up in your province?

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