Happy New Year! While renewing my medical license, I found myself reflecting on ways to improve—not just as a physician, but as a person. One of my main focus areas this year is how I approach goals and habits. As the year changes, many of us feel the urge to improve ourselves. We embrace that “new beginning” energy and commit to multiple transformative habits. We plan to run marathons, read 50 books, and finally master meal prepping without ending up with a fridge full of wi

As the clock strikes midnight and the calendar flips, there is a collective shift in the world’s energy. On the surface, it’s just another day—the sun rises and sets as it always does—but for my family, the New Year represents one of our most powerful psychological tools: the fresh start. This fresh start isn't just a mental shift; it’s a sensory experience. New Year’s Day is built around the belief that what you eat on January 1 sets the tone and a roadmap for the year to c

The holiday season is often portrayed as the "most wonderful time of the year," filled with twinkling lights, family gatherings, and joyful celebrations. But for many, it's also a period of heightened holiday anxiety —a mix of stress, overwhelm, and emotional strain that can turn merriment into misery. If you've ever felt a knot in your stomach while wrapping gifts or dreaded family dinners, you're far from alone. Recent surveys show that holiday-related stress is on the rise

The Mediterranean Diet offers a rare combination in the nutrition world: it is scientifically rigorous and culinarily delicious. It moves the focus away from what you can't eat and highlights the abundance of what you can enjoy.

February marks the annual celebration of Black History Month, a time to reflect on the rich tapestry of achievements, struggles, and resilience of African Americans. As a Black physician and colorectal surgeon, I find this month particularly significant, offering an opportunity to not only celebrate the historical figures who paved the way for my success but also to raise awareness about the current state of diversity and inclusion within the medical field. The legacy of Blac

The new year is like an open OR, ready for a case. We can use our voices and scalpels, to shape compassionate and equitable healthcare.

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