An acid base puzzle from rounds

Started rounds today and had several interesting laboratory findings.  I plan to post some patient quizzes for the next 3 days.

Are vitamin supplements dangerous?

  NNT the author of Black Swan probably enjoys this story, because it shows the triumph of empiric data rather than theory.

Epistemocrat – a Black Swan term

I am currently reading Black Swan. Over the next few days, I will likely share some observations which the book has suggested.

More evidence that post-MI drugs work

Since this is a Canadian study, cost was less likely to have been a contributing factor to the lack of medicines.

Politics – Obama vs Clinton – leadership vs. micromanagement

  My observations have coalesced over the past week.  I find this struggle fascinating, so like most observers I strive to understand.

Acid-base 301 – solving yesterday’s morning report case

One of my main teaching philosophies includes understanding how to teach basics and when to move to more advanced concepts.

Maybe lowering cholesterol does not matter

These results will shake some readers faith in science. For me the results add to our understanding. This study affirms the value of scientific inquiry.

Criticisms of retainer medicine

  Why are highly ethical physicians opting for this style of practice?  If they are honest, they will find some truths that knee jerk opposition obscures.

The primary care reimbursement mess

I fear that it is important but a bit obtuse. I cannot imagine a sound bite approach to the evil the RUC has wrought.

What is an academic hospitalist?

I cannot answer the question. Perhaps defining an academic hospitalist is like defining pornography. Perhaps the question is moot.