Recent medical advances have enabled the human race to progress immensely in the field of genetics and disease. With the continuous discovery of new techniques, procedures and surgical instruments, it makes one wonder whether these technological advancements will lead us to being able to defy nature. They evolution of humans relies on the process of…
Read More“A MAN WHO CANNOT WORK WITHOUT HIS HYPODERMIC NEEDLE IS A POOR DOCTOR.”
This statement suggests that practitioners who can’t treat people without prescribing drugs aren’t actually good doctors. It claims that the more drugs a doctor prescribes, the less their skills and expertise are.
Read More“THE MEDICAL PROFESSION, AFTER ALL, DEALS PARTLY WITH GUESSWORK; WE DO NOT DEAL IN ABSOLUTES.” 🤔
This statement suggests that doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals make decisions and diagnose patients using a somewhat subjective approach as there is no right or wrong in medicine.
Read MoreCONFESSIONS OF A GP | Dr. Benjamin Daniels
The first sentence of this book started with: “Humans have a universal desire to be listened and share their stories of pain and suffering.” I really loved this simple and accurate observation…the author went on to describe his role as a GP of listening to patients and hearing their stories. I think that is a…
Read MoreA ‘PAPER-FREE’ NHS? 📋
The drive for a paperless NHS has been a hot topic for a while now, but only recently it has truly sparked my attention. I read this article on BBC Health just today and I was really able to relate to it following the experiences I have gained through my work experience and volunteering.
Read MoreStopping Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis is a progressive autoimmune disease in which an individual’s immune system attacks their own cells, specifically, the myelin. It is a lifelong condition that has a wide range of symptoms including vision, balance, movement, sensation and sometimes serious disability. It’s mostly diagnosed in people ages 20 to 30. About 100 people a week…
Read MoreTHE MEDICAL MARIJUANA DEBATE 💊
Today’s debate was on whether Marijuna should be legalised for medical purposes. It was very interesting as there was many different factors affecting the decision such as health benefits/ risks, political and financial impacts as well as opinions with personal experiences.
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Life of a Medic 