ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 11/6/2024
What are you? The art of asking patients about identity
It's best to avoid putting patients on the back foot. And what might seem like an innocent question can be an act of 'othering.' - 10/16/2024
Is 65 the new 65?
The classic retirement age in Canada means basically nothing to doctors. But after 40 years in medicine, I’ve reached it. And I’m looking ahead to design the next chapter of my ‘usefulness.’ - 9/5/2024
The legend of a good man
In the world of professional sports, there are a lot of superstars with very big egos, who really aren’t “nice people” at all. Johnny Gaudreau was the exception. - 9/5/2024
Opting out of sex ed in schools?
I do consultant work in sexual medicine for Southern Alberta. I can state without hesitation that the medical knowledge base of my patients regarding sex is NOT great. - 8/28/2024
Three tips for reclaiming JOY in medicine
A return to joy is in zeitgeist these days—let’s not miss out! - 8/14/2024
Top 5 takeaways for MDs: Incorporating the Olympic spirit into our medical practice
The Olympics may be over for this round—but there are many lessons we can take from them to apply in practising medicine. - 8/8/2024
Part two: Should transgender athletes compete with their cis counterparts?
In the second half of this series, Dr. Ted Jablosnki explores the pros and cons of the options available for including trans athletes in competitive sport. - 7/29/2024
Part one: Should transgender athletes compete with their cis counterparts?
What are the parameters that need to be considered to make a good-faith assessment of the question? - 7/14/2024
Water is medicine—but it’s also full of medications
Water quality experts are increasingly concerned about finding traces of prescription and OTC drugs in our water systems. - 6/27/2024
Is mental illness contagious?
What? Of course not! This has been scientifically proven in the last century . . . hasn’t it?