I didn’t know I wanted grapes that day until my mom told me we wouldn’t be buying any. That’s how I found myself ten-years-old and pouting in the produce aisle.
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Linking Theory and Practice
In college I discovered my one true love: social theory. I still like poring over theory, but this kind of learning is more fulfilling when tied to practice and grounded in real life circumstances.
Reinventing the Business of Health
I’ve been in the business of health care, by way of my mother, since I was in elementary school. I’ve watched as their processes and services evolved countless times over the years.
Anatomy of a Health Alliance
One of the first ways that I learned about human anatomy was by way of a bright red nose, metal tweezers, and the anxiety of the buzzer in the game “Operation.”
The Language of Cultural Responsiveness
I used to hate going to the dentist. I disliked the smell of the office. I disliked the fluoride and toothpaste. Most of all, I disliked my dentist. He was too rough on my mouth and not very friendly.
No Child Left Uninsured
When I was a kid, I was younger and scrawnier than everyone else. My older sister, the natural athlete, would race around the neighborhood with the other kids at breakneck speeds.
Watching Out for Burnout
It’s been almost a year since my snowboarding accident, and been I’ve faithfully attending my weekly physical therapy appointments trying to get my knee back into good shape.
The Challenge of Too Many Choices
I bought my car over five years ago, but our salesman still remembers that day. It was overwhelming, and I changed my mind countless times. The poor salesman earned his commission several times over.
Gamify Your Health
I’ve always loved games. I always thought that playing games had no purpose other than fun, so I was pleasantly surprised to learn that playing games can make us more resilient.
Looking Outside of Health care to Improve Health
In college, I had an internship at the Mobile County District Attorney’s office in a special unit that was formed to address the high and growing juvenile delinquency rate.