Christina's Considerations

One Doctor's Journey Through the Evolution of Medicine

My latest read One Doctor: Close Calls, Cold Cases, and the Mysteries of Medicine was written by an internist turned hospitalist, Dr. Brendan Reilly. He explores the reality and challenges of being a physician, caring for patients and the healthcare... Read more →

Mardi Gras: A Social Norm for Some Communities

Every year on this day, I think of my family and friends in my hometown of New Orleans. It is Mardi Gras Day - a fun time with family and friends and to share the culture with the young and... Read more →

Medical Reserve Corps Overview

Earlier this week, I met a couple of people from the National Association of County and City Health Officials and came across some of their infographics. I thought I'd share one here to promote the volunteer clinicians who make up... Read more →

Evacuating Vulnerable Populations

This week I came home to New Orleans and attended the International Disaster Conference. One of the vendors I found is focused on something that should be a concern for every community - knowing where to find your at-risk populations... Read more →

Bad News for Primary Care Docs in 2015 from Medicaid

Just before the holidays I read a short article about how Medicaid rate increases for primary-care services were not extended. This means the already low reimbursement rates will be lower this year -- 42.8% on average, but at least 50%... Read more →