Centenarians are of such great interest to scientists because they may hold the key to understanding how we can live longer—and live longer in better health.
A spider bite took an unusual turn for this patient, leaving Dr. Robert Dickson with several questions about why such an exacerbation might have occurred.
I recently spoke with Dr. Ben Robert, an Ottawa medical director of long-term care, who still practices comprehensive care in his family medicine office.
Pregnant patients, whether for nausea, stress or simple enjoyment may still be reaching for these products once expecting. Dr. Tom Bell explains why these substances can be harmful for babies' development and how to effectively discuss the issue with patients.
What do you say when a patient suggests you're abandoning them because you'll be taking time off after giving birth? I've got some ideas, some sassy, some serious.