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Excellent, enlightening article describing the physician’s role with healthcare administration.

Posted on January 30, 2020 by drlesliegreenberg

https://vocal.media/journal/you-died-by-suicide Please read. It’s worth it!

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Here’s the medical school I teach at…

Posted on November 21, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

A great YouTube video about the medical school I teach at and the gorgeous scenery we partake in. Enjoy!

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How can we treat threatened miscarriages?

Posted on November 20, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

We have begun using progetogens to reduce the risk of miscarriage. This significantly decreases the rate of miscarriage compared to placebo. How common are miscarriages? Miscarriages occur in 15 to 20% of pregnancies. A “threatened” miscarriage is defined as any … Continue reading →

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Do omega-3 fatty acids prevent cancer or cardiovascular disease?

Posted on November 13, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Do omega-3 fatty acids prevent cancer or cardiovascular disease? A study of nearly 25,000 patients found no benefit as primary prevention (someone who does not already have the problem) of cardiovascular disease or cancer. Want more information: New England Journal … Continue reading →

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Interesting nail finding

Posted on November 7, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

I was teaching at the residency program this week and had an interesting nail finding in a child. The girl had a rash 2 months before on her hands and feet and then all of her fingernails started peeling. She … Continue reading →

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When to potty train?

Posted on November 1, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

As a physician of a significant pediatric population, I am often asked questions about potty training… when it goes well, it goes well. When it does not, parents think/talk about it for years. When to start potty training? More than … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 23, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

As an academic family physician, I have taught hundreds of medical students at and resident physicians over my 20+ years of teaching. The article below is a powerful reminder of each of our vulnerabilities and what we think we are … Continue reading →

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Electronic cigarettes.

Posted on September 24, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Electronic cigarettes E-cigarettes are popular devices that head a liquid that becomes an aerosol or a vapor.  Are e-cigarettes healthier than smoking cigarettes? Long-term health effects of e-cigarettes are unknown.  They are not known to be healthier.  Despite this, many … Continue reading →

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Burning Man. Musings from the playa

Posted on September 16, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Burning Man. Musings from the playa. As I biked around Black Rock City during the 2019 Burning Man Event, I came across so many poignant signs. One that I was especially drawn to was a bright pink lounge with a … Continue reading →

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Burning Man Physician.

Posted on September 9, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Burning Man Physician. I recently worked at the Burning Man event. What an experience! I doctored in the main medical tent on the main Esplanade. It was a refreshing experience as the patients were thankful and had varied medical ailments … Continue reading →

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