blogging between appointments

I wonder all too often if it is worth blogging and putting my thoughts immediately after seeing a patient . I am fortunate that in my practice of 2500 patients, most are great and with ten minute appointments, I have time to look into most issues - new, ongoing, preventive medicine, screening and also a referral if need be.

83 year old female who lives with her disabled son, widowed for a number of years. I admire some of these patients who accept what life throws at them and get on with it. She came with her daughter in law, to discuss the recent blood results. All fine. Has macular degeneration which is affecting her eyesight gradually.

64 year old diabetic with migraine. Stopped work on medical grounds when 5- years old. Resons for being on the sick were always suspect. Try telling that to him!! Lives alone. was involved in a acrimonious divorce. Used to work as a caretaker of a hall in the city centre. Lost his job when it closed down. This was one of the old fashioned dance houses that did not stand a chance to modern competetion.


46 year old male working in the railways, who broke his wrist. wanted a note for 2 more weeks, being off for a total of 10 weeks. pleasant man, does not like being off. However, his work requires a level of fitness.