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Angry patients? Don’t run and don’t hide.

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Helane Fronek

During the holidays (aside from the crowds at the malls), most people are filled with generosity and kindness for those around them. But the reality is that anger is a frequent expression of fear and pain in our society. As … Continue reading →

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“Begin with the end in mind”

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Helane Fronek

Many years ago, a friend suggested that I read Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. I thought it was going to be another time management book – boy, was I wrong. Covey defines a habit as “the … Continue reading →

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Looking for the perfect gift?

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Helane Fronek

What most people really want in life is to be seen – really seen for who they are, the impacts they make, and the importance they have in our lives. Unfortunately, we live in a busy world in which our … Continue reading →

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The potency of hope

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Helane Fronek

The holiday season brings many reminders of the power of belief, faith and hope. Unfortunately, we in the medical profession often focus so much on science that we forget how important these other factors can be in our patients’ healing. … Continue reading →

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Doctors are teachers

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Helane Fronek

The word doctor originates from the Latin verb, docēre, which means “to teach.” Much of our time is, in fact, spent teaching our patients about their condition, the treatments we offer, and how to stay healthy. Joanne Desmond, in Communicating … Continue reading →

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We’re in this together

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Helane Fronek

When I was a resident, my father suffered a severe MI – 2000 miles away from where I was training. Worried and distraught, I approached our chief resident and asked for permission to fly home to be with my parents. … Continue reading →

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