I will continue to fight against discrimination and attempts to demonize diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that make us stronger, not weaker.
Thoughts
“Amazing Grace”
Diversity, equity and inclusion should be an integral part of our society and of our ethos. Our common humanity demands it.
Five lessons from a medical career…and life
Trusting the intuition of others, listening intently, leaving biases behind, smiling and remembering our shared humanity are great lessons for medical professionals…and for the rest of us.
Support for children and families – ICS!
I have long agreed with others that it takes a village to raise a child. To deny that reality is to deny our common humanity. We are all related. Everything that we do or hope to do is interconnected with our fellow citizens.
End of life care – a la THE PITT
We have the opportunity to use these blessings of life, at the moments of death, to exalt their memory and so honor them and their lives.
Ringing the bell…not everyone can
We can celebrate when children and their family ring the bell but what do we do when they are unable to ring the bell?





