Massachusetts is a special state (nay, Commonwealth!), which has more comprehensive programs for helping children with medical complications than many other states. For that reason, I always tell Sherin we are never moving. A job in NY or London? Fine–but that’s a long commute for you! Still, no state or commonwealth is perfect, and one […]
Tagged: Family-centered
Ben Elwy, Medical Educator
April 16, 2012 at 12:56 am
The afternoon began with a plank-holding contest, followed by a heated game of chess. Then there was a bit of Minnesota trivia, a demonstration of Sprague band’s latest repertoire involving the snare drum and bells, and finally, Ben performed (death-defying, in his mother’s opinion) spins in his walker, using only his arms for support, in […]
Caregiving, a TEDMED challenge
April 11, 2012 at 10:47 pm
If any of you teach, then you know how an inspiring teacher can be mesmerizing to an otherwise tired, overloaded group of students. I’m not often that rousing teacher, but this year, I became a fan of TED Talks to help create that bolt of motivation when it was lacking. A TED Talk by physician […]
What is Implementation Science?
March 20, 2012 at 2:16 am
Cherry blossoms, frizzy hair, and a truly accessible Metro. Where am I? In Washington, DC, of course (you knew at the cherry blossoms!), attending the 5th annual NIH Science of Dissemination and Implementation Conference. When Lucy was nearly 2, she and I traveled from London to visit my brother who was then working as a […]
Children’s Hospital Boston Listens!
March 13, 2012 at 11:37 pm
I love it when I feel heard. Not just head-nodding or pretend listening, but the kind of listening that leads to action. Children’s Hospital Boston has really heard me. Today, Ben, my husband Sherin and I attended one of Ben’s many orthopedic appointments. Ben sees orthopedic specialists for his hips, knees, wrists/elbows, spine and also […]
