Exercising your heart but not your musculoskeletal system is like changing the oil in your car without putting air in the tires. Last month we talked about the importance of diversity and started with aerobic exercise. Here are the often-overlooked benefits to resistance training: Essential to increasing lean-to-fat body mass ratio Essential for maintenance of […]
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Recently, I read an article criticizing a potato chip company for putting a breast cancer pink ribbon on their bags. They were accused of using the ribbon for furthering their own brand rather than for the cause itself. All I could think to myself was “so what”. If a donor receives monetary gain while supporting […]
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We all wish we could press the “redo” button from time to time in our lives. Avoiding and managing complications in the world of minimally invasive surgery is not quite as simple. Factors affecting the likelihood and impact of complications include the following: Preparation Surgical technique Continual risk assessment Follow-up care Early recognition Patient care […]
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When it comes to exercise, diversity is the key. As such, a personalized exercise plan includes aerobic exercise, resistance training, flexibility, and recovery. Even more, each one of these exercise categories should contain as much variety as possible. This month we’ll discuss aerobic exercise. Why is variety important? Here are the scientifically proven answers: The […]
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In medical school, I was often faced with complex patients and difficult diagnoses. One of my favorite mentors passed along a great piece of advice to get me through some of these challenges. He said, “If you ever have a problem figuring out what is wrong with a patient, just ask them.” As the years […]
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Computer simulation has countless applications. Examples include aviation, engineering, and weather prediction. However, the field of medicine is far behind these other professions when it comes to simulation. A pilot not only learns how to fly on a simulator, but he also maintains his proficiency with regular visits to the simulated cockpit. On the contrary, […]
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Last month, we covered some general guidelines for diet and exercise. Let’s discuss how to develop a personalized exercise plan. Here are the building blocks that should apply to most people: Aerobic exercise Resistance training Flexibility Recovery Whether a novice or a seasoned fitness guru, the following principles apply to all: Safety first – Make […]
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When my children were young, I did my best to hold firm when they repeatedly asked for that sweet treat right before dinner. I quickly learned that my first answer should always be my last answer. Why? Very simply, if my children sense the slightest chance that I would change my mind, they would whine […]
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We all use lists to guide us through our daily tasks. “To do” lists can be as simple as a grocery list or as complex as a project management spreadsheet. A kitchen recipe is a good example of a “how to” list. More importantly, safety checklists – essential in both a cockpit and in an […]
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Last month, we listed the items that should be on everybody’s health maintenance checklist. At the top of the list were diet and exercise. Although individual needs and abilities vary, these guidelines are universal: The most successful diet involves accountability – track what you eat. Focus your diet and exercise on health rather than weight-loss. […]
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Diet and Exercise for Life – Part 4
/in Blog, Health and WellnessExercising your heart but not your musculoskeletal system is like changing the oil in your car without putting air in the tires. Last month we talked about the importance of diversity and started with aerobic exercise. Here are the often-overlooked benefits to resistance training: Essential to increasing lean-to-fat body mass ratio Essential for maintenance of […]
Giving Can Be Selfish
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerRecently, I read an article criticizing a potato chip company for putting a breast cancer pink ribbon on their bags. They were accused of using the ribbon for furthering their own brand rather than for the cause itself. All I could think to myself was “so what”. If a donor receives monetary gain while supporting […]
Oops, I Wish I Hadn’t Done That – Part 1
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryWe all wish we could press the “redo” button from time to time in our lives. Avoiding and managing complications in the world of minimally invasive surgery is not quite as simple. Factors affecting the likelihood and impact of complications include the following: Preparation Surgical technique Continual risk assessment Follow-up care Early recognition Patient care […]
Diet and Exercise for Life – Part 3
/in Blog, Health and WellnessWhen it comes to exercise, diversity is the key. As such, a personalized exercise plan includes aerobic exercise, resistance training, flexibility, and recovery. Even more, each one of these exercise categories should contain as much variety as possible. This month we’ll discuss aerobic exercise. Why is variety important? Here are the scientifically proven answers: The […]
Patients Can be the Best Teachers
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerIn medical school, I was often faced with complex patients and difficult diagnoses. One of my favorite mentors passed along a great piece of advice to get me through some of these challenges. He said, “If you ever have a problem figuring out what is wrong with a patient, just ask them.” As the years […]
Practice for the Practice of Medicine
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryComputer simulation has countless applications. Examples include aviation, engineering, and weather prediction. However, the field of medicine is far behind these other professions when it comes to simulation. A pilot not only learns how to fly on a simulator, but he also maintains his proficiency with regular visits to the simulated cockpit. On the contrary, […]
Diet and Exercise for Life – Part 2
/in Blog, Health and WellnessLast month, we covered some general guidelines for diet and exercise. Let’s discuss how to develop a personalized exercise plan. Here are the building blocks that should apply to most people: Aerobic exercise Resistance training Flexibility Recovery Whether a novice or a seasoned fitness guru, the following principles apply to all: Safety first – Make […]
Gambling Is Human Nature
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerWhen my children were young, I did my best to hold firm when they repeatedly asked for that sweet treat right before dinner. I quickly learned that my first answer should always be my last answer. Why? Very simply, if my children sense the slightest chance that I would change my mind, they would whine […]
Safety Checklists Aren’t Just for Pilots
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryWe all use lists to guide us through our daily tasks. “To do” lists can be as simple as a grocery list or as complex as a project management spreadsheet. A kitchen recipe is a good example of a “how to” list. More importantly, safety checklists – essential in both a cockpit and in an […]
Diet and Exercise for Life – Part 1
/in Blog, Health and WellnessLast month, we listed the items that should be on everybody’s health maintenance checklist. At the top of the list were diet and exercise. Although individual needs and abilities vary, these guidelines are universal: The most successful diet involves accountability – track what you eat. Focus your diet and exercise on health rather than weight-loss. […]