
Hip Fractures, an Age-Old, Old Age Misery
In the U.S, there are 300,000 hip fractures a year in people 65 and older, and that number is going up.

Hospital Discharges are like Expeditions to Antarctica: Be Prepared
Patient wanted for hazardous confinement. Needle sticks, poor sleep and periods of fasting required.

A Few Thoughts About Cancer in Firefighters
It has become clear that cancer is more common among firefighters than the general population.
How to Talk to Your Doctor about Death
It's a very old insight that in order to live your best life, you need to think — and talk — about death.

Patient Advocates are Essential in Integrative Care
In this interview with Alternative and Complementary Therapies, I explain the role and value of patient advocates to integrative care.