By Douglas E. Penner: So, you have been served with a lawsuit. You knew medical malpractice lawsuits were possible. You have heard tales about other healthcare providers being sued or seen attorneys advertising about verdicts against health care providers. You knew it could happen to you, but you never thought that it would. You certainly never anticipated such a wide range of … [Read more...] about Preparing for a Lawsuit
The Struggle of Transition for Military Doctors to Private Practice
By John Duerden, MD and Geoffrey Wright, MD: The transition from the military to the civilian lifestyle can be a difficult one. Because the military takes care of the hassle of figuring out the necessities of everyday living, such as insurance and housing, many veterans find it challenging to acclimate themselves once their military careers are over. Veteran physicians often … [Read more...] about The Struggle of Transition for Military Doctors to Private Practice
Post-Traumatic Reconstruction of the Foot and Ankle
By Joel D. Stewart, MD: Complex, traumatic injuries to the foot and ankle can present some of the greatest challenges to an orthopaedic surgeon. Due to their unique weight bearing role, feet and/or ankles that sustain crush injuries/open fracture traumas may never regain normal functional strength and motion. As a surgeon, I understand my patients’ desire to have a somewhat … [Read more...] about Post-Traumatic Reconstruction of the Foot and Ankle
John T. Sinacori, MD, FACS, Laryngology
Director of the Eastern Virginia Medical School Voice and Swallowing Center For the past 18 years, Dr. John Sinacori has led the development of a comprehensive center for Hampton Roads patients with voice, airway or swallowing issues. The EVMS program offers the latest medical, surgical and multidisciplinary therapies for simple to complex problems. … [Read more...] about John T. Sinacori, MD, FACS, Laryngology
How My Service Dog Saved My Life
How My Service Dog Saved My Life Help for Patients Suffering with PTSD Through K9s forWarriors By Andrew Davis I moved to Norfolk about six years ago after serving in the U.S. Army National Guard for 10 years. The adjustment wasn’t easy – the nights were the worst. My body knew I was exhausted, but my mind had other ideas. Every evening, I would go to bed knowing that in just … [Read more...] about How My Service Dog Saved My Life
