When Saying Goodbye Means Something Different — Navigating End of Life Care Across CulturesThe first time I heard of a “good death” in Japanese culture, it fundamentally changed how I viewed end-of-life care in the United States…Nov 20Nov 20
The Art of the Gentle PushPicture this. You are standing at a crossroads, where one path is paved with clean and clinical Western medical protocols — binary choices…Oct 30Oct 30
First Do No Harm…Then Serve Better FoodIn the fluorescent-lit corridor of Cedars-Sinai, I watched my great aunt eye her lunch tray with the kind of resignation usually reserved…Oct 23Oct 23
Cradling Cultures: Where Tradition and Maternal Care IntersectI find it fascinating how when I think of pregnancy and giving birth, it is easy to picture doctor’s appointments, ultrasounds, hospital…Oct 2Oct 2
Lost in Translation — Addressing Language Barriers in HealthcareAs someone with a considerable amount of medical anxiety, I get quite nervous going to the doctor’s office. I actually find it quite…Sep 25Sep 25
Religion and Spirituality in Patient CareBack in high school when I was so certain I wanted to go to med school, I had a very valuable shadowing experience at Children’s Hospital…Sep 20Sep 20