Bridget Ralston is a member of The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Class of 2020. She graduated from Santa Clara University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a French minor. She de-stresses by whipping up delicious treats (and subsequently devouring them), playing soccer, and cuddling with her cat, Tuxedo. She has a particular interest in healthcare for underserved communities.
January Response Last issue, we investigated the the case of an overweight woman who feels she is unable to complete the medically advisable weight loss program offered by her company. Let’s review: Jane Doe is a 50 year...
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Note from the Editors-in-Chief: September is National Suicide Awareness Month. As such, this article addresses physician suicide, an issue which already has or will likely affect all physicians. If you or a friend is struggling and considering self-harm...
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July Question In July, we read about a case in which a young boy disagreed with his parents about treatment. Let’s take another look: Joseph, an exceptionally bright and articulate 13 year old, is found to have a...
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September Question September’s ethical question revolved around a concerned patient and physician disclosure of test results. Take another look: A 67-year-old man presents to his physician complaining of discomfort in his lower abdomen and difficulty with urination. The...
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May Ethical Question In May, we discussed the possibility of acquiring a terminal disease and the end of a physician’s life. Let’s revisit: You sit down in front of your own physician, speechless. Although you’ve given many patients...
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“How have television shows such as Dr. Oz impacted the physician-patient relationship?” This question was posted outside the door of my first MMI station at my first medical school interview. I wracked my brain for a thoughtful response,...
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