I am honing my storytelling craft after thirty years as an emergency physician, mother, and observer of the human condition. I will be creating new entries and pulling in some of my published works. Thanks for coming along.

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After Emergency Medicine…

#78 Exciting Announcement: Now You Can Listen!
Dr. Joan Naidorf Dr. Joan Naidorf

#78 Exciting Announcement: Now You Can Listen!

I am excited to announce that my book is now available in audio format through Audible. Some of you love to listen to audiobooks in the car and on walks. I hope that you will enjoy or share with the nursing and medical professionals in your life.

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#77 Engage to Become a Healer
Dr. Joan Naidorf Dr. Joan Naidorf

#77 Engage to Become a Healer

Here is a review that I wrote on Saul Weiner’s excellent book. Healers have so much to click and document that they disengage to complete their tasks. The author advises leaning in to engage with curiosity and compassion. This is his beacon to follow.

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#76 Say Neigh. Our Neighbors go Away
Dr. Joan Naidorf Dr. Joan Naidorf

#76 Say Neigh. Our Neighbors go Away

It’s sad when you have to say farewell to your neighbors. It’s even harder when you don’t get a proper chance to say neigh and goodbye.

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