disclaimer.

i feel that it is important for me to write.  a great deal of  my life is spent taking care of other people-- i work in medicine.  this is a significant source of stress in my life.  i think it is important for me to share my experiences -- sometimes sad, sometimes funny, sometimes frustrating, appalling or enlightening.  there is not enough time dedicated to taking care of the care-takers, particularly in my current place of employment.  that being said, i also understand the importance of privacy, particularly in health matters.  for this reason, i will never state where i practice, who my patients or colleagues are and i will avoid (or simply change) identifying factors as much as possible.  also, i must mention -- please do not take any medical advice or recommendations written here seriously.  this is solely meant for social discussion, catharsis and reading pleasure.