"Our job as parents isn't to keep our children from falling. It's to make sure they know they can get back up." As I sit down to write this letter, my eyes are filled with tears—tears of gratitude, joy, and just a little bit of disbelief. In just a few weeks, my youngest son will begin his senior year of high school. Like so many parents, I'm wondering how the years passed so quickly. It seems like yesterday I was walking him into kindergarten, cheering at little league games

Representing Pennsylvania, Advancing Patient-Centered Care This July, Greg and I had the privilege of representing the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) as part of the Pennsylvania delegation at the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) House of Delegates in Chicago. Greg served as a Delegate, and I had the honor of serving as an Alternate Delegate. It was a tremendous opportunity to advocate for the physicians and patients of Pennsylvania while participati

Food as Medicine - Wild Garlic Pesto A vibrant, nutrient-rich pesto packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, and sulfur-containing compounds that may support heart health, immune function, and healthy inflammation. Ingredients 5 oz (150 g) fresh wild garlic leaves (ramsons), washed and roughly chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped ½ lemon, zested, plus a squeeze of juice 1¾ oz (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese 1¾ oz (50 g) pine nuts, lightly toasted ⅔ cup (150 mL) olive or rapeseed

As America approaches the celebration of its 250th birthday, we are given a remarkable opportunity to reflect not only on the history of our nation, but also on the incredible journey of medicine and healthcare over the past two and a half centuries. In the earliest days of America, medical care was deeply personal, community-centered, and often rooted in Christian faith. Physicians commonly traveled by horseback to care for families in their homes, developing lifelong relati

A simple nourishing dessert rooted in tradition. Growing up in Sri Lanka, avocados were often enjoyed not as a savory food, but as a naturally sweet and creamy dessert mixed with honey. This simple recipe reminds us that some of the most nourishing foods are also the most beautiful in their simplicity. Avocados are rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, potassium, magnesium, and antioxidants that help support heart health, hormone production, brain function, blood sugar

In today’s fast-paced information age, where medical knowledge is rapidly advancing and new discoveries emerge daily, one aspect of care that remains constant is the relationship between doctor and patient. This sacred bond cannot be replaced by protocols or artificial intelligence. As human beings, we are social beings created for connection, with an innate desire to love and serve one another. Each of us brings unique talents and gifts that can be used to serve our neighbor