By Kelly F. Merrill Unintended Consequences Attempts to muscle the Opioid Crisis into submission have been a total failure. Predictably, policy crackdowns on opioid pain-relievers were... Read more
By Dr. Kathryn Wadland These days we can plan almost anything, which is why the unpredictability of labor can be so daunting for soon-to-be new parents. Creating a birth plan is a great way... Read more
By Dr. Oren Gersten Maine is a great place to get outside. No matter what your activity inclination there is something for everyone. Beautiful walking trails, mountain hikes, water activitie... Read more
Rapid Access Treatment for opioid use disorder combines immediate withdrawal relief with a long-term plan for recovery A trip to a hospital emergency department can provide the incentive to... Read more
By Dr. Oren Gersten A doctor’s oath is first to do no harm. That has traditionally been interpreted to apply in the office, to the prescription pad, and under the knife. Yet everyday p... Read more
By Dr. Oren Gersten I trained as a Family Doctor so that I would be ready to help patients with any challenge. The old school family doc used to take that skill set out into the community on... Read more
Every Month Peloton Labs founder Liz Trice interviews a Peloton member for the West End News. This month Liz caught up with Rob Korobkin, a community organizer and entrepreneur focused on se... Read more
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month By Dr. Chris Kleeman Colon cancer is the third most common cancer and the second most deadly, killing over 50,000 Americans each year. The American... Read more
The American Red Cross provides readers with 15 steps you can take to stay safe with the cold, snow, and ice. Whether you’re trying to keep your home warm or need to be out and about in the... Read more
By Dr. Craig Brett February is American Heart Month, which was first recognized by presidential proclamation in 1964 by President Lyndon Johnson. In his proclamation at the time, Johnso... Read more
The insurers and the large health systems
Who owns Health Care? Part 2: The insurers and the large health systems By Dr. Oren Gersten In a Capitalist so...