A few of our favourite 2013 blogsAs we reflect on another year of political decisions, financial concerns and health-care reports, sometimes it's best to let the physicians speak their mind. So with that in mind, here are some of the Medical Post's most popular blogs from 2013. Why the nursing profession means so much to me Ignoring the cracks beneath the surface In medical school, weakness was not tolerated. With persisting expectations that doctors should be perfect, it seems little has changed Nursing initiative keeps longtime nurses on the job and off their feet Letter: Does a nurse really need a bachelor’s degree? Readers share memories of loved ones In memory of Jessie Student's passion for nursing will live on with bursary created in her honour Answering the call of duty In his new book, Dr. Marc Dauphin describes the adrenalin-fuelled roller coaster of serving in Afghanistan, as well as his admiration of fellow caregivers and soldiers DIVERSION: Dr. Lifestyle's Diary - December 3, 2013 International aid groups responding to changing nature of war Ottawa workshop part of Red Cross, MSF campaigns aiming to improve security for personnel in conflict zones Is digital connectivity good or bad for physician health? Need to set boundaries outlined at doctor health conference One final heroic act of caring Angela was adamant: no extraordinary measures at the end of life. But her other request made granting the earlier one much more challenging First Previous 169 170 171 172 173 Next Last