Lady Docs Corner Cafe Blog - March 2014

Have you ever wondered what influence children have on parents? Every book I have read about parenting was always about how to be a better parent and how to influence children for the better. This book illustrates many of the effects that children have on parents through each stage of life. It discusses research on the parent-child relationship while using real life stories ...

Two weeks ago, needing a Hepatitis A vaccine injection, I went to the office of Dr. O’Connor, a family practitioner in Rockville and a fellow boot camper. At the end of March, I will join a group of physicians from the Washington DC area for a two week medical mission in Myanmar, my first medical mission. I am excited to finally get to serve a community in the third world ...

With great interest, I read Jody’s last blog before the new year on how people quickly forget about their new year resolutions. I am one of them! During the holidays season, my office was bombarded with sweet treats from patients and, before I know it, I must have gained about five pounds. It might not seem to be impressive to many of you when someone gains five pounds. ...

How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character by Paul Tough Why do some children escape a difficult childhood and become successful adults? Why do others end up in prison or stuck in a cycle of poverty? This fascinating book summarizes stories of children growing up in diverse socioeconomic situations, explores research on factors leading to success ...