Brian H. Williams is a trauma surgeon who blogs at his self-titled site, Brian Williams, MD. He can be reached on Twitter @BHWilliamsMD.
I was immersed in the intergalactic war unfolding in my novel as my daughter slept, head resting on my thigh. Less than one year ago, she curled up in the window seat with ease. Now her contorted legs dangled over the edge fighting for space and comfort.
The flight attendant’s voice boomed from the cabin intercom and yanked me from my literary escape. “Attention passengers, is there a doctor …
The movement fueling #ThisIsOurLane may fail Black Americans who endure a significant burden of gun violence. Responding to a tweet from the National Rifle Association (NRA) demanding we “stay in [our] lane” the medical community rose to the challenge. A new hashtag gained traction, thousands signed an open letter, and many shared graphic photos and stories from treating victims of gun violence.
While laudable in its medical unity, as an African-American …
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