How to say goodbye
This past week we remembered our loved ones who have gone before us. Some gone too soon, some at an advanced age, others due to illness. As physicians, it is our job to prolong life.…
Kidneys and bone health
Yesterday, 20 October, was the celebration of World Osteoporosis Day. And while my wife, the endocrinologist, usually handles these cases, I have my fair share of patients with bone problems as well. When patients have…
Is your abdominal pain due to a kidney stone?
There are many causes of abdominal pain, and kidney stones are one of them. Passing a stone is often described as one of the most painful experiences a person can have. It is estimated that…
The solitary kidney
In recent news, a basketball player had to have his kidney removed after sustaining an injury during a game. While unfortunate to lose a kidney, most people with just one kidney can live healthy, normal…