The Men’s Outerwear Conundrum

The Men’s Outerwear Conundrum

Let’s explore the world of men’s outerwear. You can tell when a guy walks in a room and is looking good and more importantly, feeling comfortable. As we transition from Winter to Spring, I consulted with a few men about the importance of mens outerwear. Most agreed...
Things I’ve Learned This Week

Things I’ve Learned This Week

  I timed my teeth brushing and was way under the recommended 2 minutes. Time yourself. I was told by the advisor for the Brain/Gain program – a large campaign to bring scientists back to Israel – that my “age may be a problem” in finding...
The Psychiatrist in Film

The Psychiatrist in Film

In residency, I spent a good deal of my time analysing the portrayal of the psychiatrist in film. At that time, Prince of Tides, a movie based on a book by Pat Conroy, was huge and certainly convinced a good number of confused medical students to go into the field of...
Let’s Talk About Valentine’s Day

Let’s Talk About Valentine’s Day

That is, Valentine’s Day.  What is the origin of Valentine’s Day? Who was Saint Valentine?  What’s the deal with the heart symbol?  Emperor Claudius II decreed around 270 AD that no one could marry because soldiers were needed to protect the growing...