Our Words Leave The Most Lasting Impression

Posted by denitzablagev on October 14, 2013 · Leave a Comment 

My variously named post – “The Weight of Words” or “Our Words Leave The Most Lasting Impression” is now up at kevinmd.com. Check it out at http://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2013/10/words-leave-lasting-impression.html

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53 Year-Old Black Male

Posted by denitzablagev on March 21, 2013 · 2 Comments 

“53 year-old black male,” the medical student begins his presentation of the patient’s case. “53 year-old man,” I correct him. It’s not his fault, we are taught to do this in medical school. We are taught to refer to people as “male ” or “female,” but every time I hear someone say that I think … Continue reading →

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