I haven’t read “The Art of the Deal,” but I suspect that part of it has to do with the give and take that is necessary in order to achieve a deal. My understanding of the word “deal” implies that I get some things I want, and you get some things you want. I don’t… Continue reading The Art of the Compromise
Category: Religion
Reacting to Terrorism in Nice
Every other year Cardiostim, a major international convention for cardiac electrophysiologists, is held in Nice, France. Starting in 2000, and up until I retired, I made it a point to attend this meeting. The sessions were fun, but more fun was the chance to get away from it all and enjoy the sunny ambiance of the… Continue reading Reacting to Terrorism in Nice
Stranger in a Strange Land
Reading about the opening of the Noah’s Ark Theme Park in Kentucky brings to mind the days when I worked as a physician in that state. I had moved from an academic position in Colorado and joined a large group of private practice cardiologists in Louisville. I found that people in Kentucky were different from those… Continue reading Stranger in a Strange Land
Paris, Je t’aime
It is said that one shouldn’t write an email when angry. That also probably applies to blog posts. But I am too angry to heed my own advice. Since 2014 my wife and I have spent 6 or 7 months out of each year in Paris. We intend to go back again this January. There is… Continue reading Paris, Je t’aime
Futurama Revisited
Fifty years ago my parents took me to the World’s Fair in New York. The year was 1964. I was twelve years old. It was a turbulent time in American history. The prior fall John F. Kennedy had been assassinated, initiating a long period of turmoil for the United States. But it was still the era… Continue reading Futurama Revisited
University of Louisville Hospital Merger with Catholic Health Initiatives Rejected
After much anticipation, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear rejected the proposed merger between the University of Louisville Hospital, Jewish Hospital, Sts. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital with the Denver-based Catholic Health Initiatives. Even though this will probably hurt all institutions involved financially, I feel this was the right thing to do. Although some other factors were cited… Continue reading University of Louisville Hospital Merger with Catholic Health Initiatives Rejected
Shame On Us
It is difficult to imagine a human being who would not be deeply saddened by the story of Tyler Clementi. The young college student, a promising musician, was gay and was “outed” in the most malicious and humiliating manner. As a result he ended his life, jumping from the George Washington Bridge. I wonder what… Continue reading Shame On Us
No Religious Test
“…no religious test shall ever be required as a qualification to any office or public trust under the United States…” US Constitution Article VI Section 3. So what was the Rick Warren thing last night with Obama and McCain? How far have we fallen. Not only is belief in imaginary beings a prerequisite to becoming… Continue reading No Religious Test
Rally For Reason
    Well, the Creationist “Museum” opened in Florence, KY last month. It’s a disgrace for our state and a disgrace for our country since “Dr.” Ham, an Australian, found this to be the most receptive site on our planet for his assault on science. The ridiculous notion that the universe is 6000 years old reveals the… Continue reading Rally For Reason
The Crusades
An interesting event occurred at the MEPS (Military Entrance and Processing Station) earlier this week. I’m the Chief Medical Officer there and that’s where I perform accession physicals for people who are interested in joining the military. First, here’s a little background: Prior to shipping to basic training, I perform a quick exam called an… Continue reading The Crusades