Dr. Bob: We are about to have our first baby. I have heard my friends talk about the blood test that is done on the baby to screen for various problems. Do I have to have it done? Does it hurt? Answer: I am so glad that you asked. Since I spent my career as…
Caste – Inaction is action (Part II)
I would argue that their inaction was an action in and of itself. Choosing to do nothing or ignore the problems at hand is an action that allows or permits the permanent erosion of fulfilling our responsibility to others.
Sore throat – May 10, 2024
Dr. Bob: My kindergartner has recurrent sore throats. I go to the doctor frequently for these and only one time was it a strep throat. When should I consider having his tonsils removed? His older sister also has frequent sore throats, but she seemed to grow out of it. Answer: Sore throat is the common…
Caste – A purposeful system of exclusion (Part I)
Acknowledging Ms. Wilkerson’s challenge that the systemic racism in America is more than color-based and purposely places certain groups of people over others, eventually subjugating the others to a lower caste, is a crucial first step.
Rashes in a child – May 3, 2024
Dr. Bob: I am very worried about periodic rashes in my 2-year-old daughter. They seem to be very itchy and tend to get very irritated. The skin seems to be thicker in certain areas. Should I be worried? What could be causing the rash? Answer: Let me preface my remarks by saying that I would…
AGE-ing or SAGE-ing?
All too often we treat our senior citizens as our elderly, not our elders. Despite the loss of some physical and mental capabilities, our elders should come to terms with their declining physical capabilities and accept expanded mental potential, spiritual renewal, and greater social usefulness.