September 2008

Dr. Rob has done a wonderful job of answering many difficult questions right here on his blog (such as “Why does my husband think that putting ketchup on tacos is a normal thing to do?”) with many profound insights. Today I’d like to follow in his great footsteps with an “Ask Dr. Rob Val” question. [...]

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Speaking of Mice…

by Rob on September 28, 2008 · 4 comments

in Animals, Fun, Humor

While I continue to mull over a good “Ask Dr. Rob Val” post… (thanks for the warm welcome!) I thought I’d continue with the lab animal theme. I have always felt sorry for the little fellas, especially the rats. Here’s a cartoon of one “getting even:”

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This is Dr. Val! The “homeless blogging” sure is a lot of fun. I have the best blog friends EVER. First Grunt Doc gave me the “Keys To The Kingdom” and now Dr. Rob gave me the green light to post on his blog while he’s gone. Gosh, it’s quite an honor – I hope [...]

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Caption Contest #2

by Rob on September 24, 2008 · 38 comments

in Just Stuff Kind of Thingies

No, I am not getting lazy.  I am actually going out of town for the next four days and didn’t want to abandon my readers.  The previous caption contest went so well that I will give you another.  Once life slows down, I’ll once again inflict grace you with my terrible normal writing.

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Caption Contest Winner

by Rob on September 23, 2008 · 22 comments

in Golden Llama Award

It is with great pleasure that I announce the inaugural Golden Llama Award.  This award is given to the poor soul who most exemplifies the values, virtues, and complete dedication to avoiding prolonged rational thought that is exemplified by this blog.  It is an honor unlike any other. To punish reward the hard work and [...]

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Getting in a good word

by Rob on September 22, 2008 · 18 comments

in Pediatrics, Personal Musings

Note: The Caption Contest is still going on…I am in the process of increasing the allowance of securing the judges. ***************** It’s a hard world for kids; they come into the world completely helpless to parents who don’t know much about how to raise them.  Some parents have a better idea than others, but as [...]

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Caption Contest

by Rob on September 19, 2008 · 79 comments

in Just Stuff Kind of Thingies

Give me your best shot.  I am not sure what the winner will get yet, but I will figure something out that will either be great, or really embarrassing.  Judging will be done by me in a most subjective and unfair way. Good luck!

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Healthcare is in crisis.  Costs are rising well ahead of inflation, and both patient and physician satisfaction is dropping.  How could this be?  Doesn’t rising healthcare costs mean more money to physicians?  Obviously not, in fact the number of primary care physicians is dropping as is the overall satisfaction of physicians with their job. As [...]

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Physical Exam: Hey Baby (Part 1)

by Rob on September 16, 2008 · 13 comments

in Physical Exam

Today was an excellent day; excellent because I got to examine a bunch of babies.  If you are a baby-lover like me, one of the best ways to lift your mood  is to walk into a room and have a 6-month old give you a toothless grin. I know, all of you adult doctors out [...]

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How to Bug a Doctor

by Rob on September 15, 2008 · 32 comments

in Top Ten

Mad at your doc?  Frustrated at being made to wait?  Allow me to let you in on ten secret ways to really get under your doctor’s skin.  These tried and true techniques are sure to bring down even the best meaning physician. Talk about your cousin who is also their patient, but don’t ever say [...]

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