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End of an Era

Uber-assistant Lee has semi-retired. She’s stepped away from my office and now is focusing solely on running Dr Vaughn’s office.

I will miss her infectious cheerfulness and aloha spirit. And I wouldn’t have a practice to return to if not for her, so my gratitude to her is unending. Of course, I want her to slow down and enjoy life and I hope that’s what she will be doing now that she’s not carrying my practice.

Stepping in to assume the reins is Lori, who some of you have already met. I have high expectations for her and feel she will be able to help me move the practice forward into the next decade and beyond.

Of course, Lori is very aware of the affection most of you have for Lee and knows she has very big (albeit teensy tiny) shoes to fill.

All our best wishes to Lee and her family – we already miss you!

Everyone at Vickery Health & Wellness

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Big THANK YOU to . . .

Dr. Ourfalian

My amazing neighbour. He found my husband’s wallet and got it back to him today – before we even knew it was missing.

Dr O has been my upstairs neighbour since I arrived at 18455 Burbank and the whole time he’s been a gem. I run into him (not literally) in the parking lot from time to time and he’s got great energy. I’ve even referred some patients to him, although I don’t think anyone has taken me up on the referral.

Based on his great energy and his glowing Yelps, if you need a dentist I’d suggest you check out Dr O – and if you lose your wallet you hope he’ll find it for you!

Thanks for being there for us neighbour, you’re the best!

 

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You Wonder Why Health Care Costs Are So High?

I try to keep up with what’s happening in the larger world of healthcare, as well as my smaller world of acupuncture. And this blog wandered across my desk – and stopped me dead in my tracks.

This is terrifying for any practitioner and a real world reminder for all of us, patients and practitioners. It reminds us of the immense pressure practitioners are under and the appalling possible end results. For myself, I shudder to think what the malpractice premium for this poor doctor went to after this judgement.

So the next time you’re bemoaning the cost of healthcare, remember these hidden costs – the increasing malpractice costs to physicians and the CYA costs of unnecessary tests in an attempt to avoid or mitigate lawsuits.

Do read this article, it’s well worth five minutes of your time:

http://medicineforreal.wordpress.com/2014/03/12/one-in-a-million/