Archive for April 2016
The Throes of History
In honor of International Women’s Day, I wrote the following semi-fictional piece, originally published in Italian on March 7, 2016 in la Repubblica. In 1979, when Soviet tanks rolled into Afghanistan…
Read MoreA Day in the Life of an Obstetrician: On Gratitude
Monday morning, I turned my cell phone on at 7:45 AM as usual, after having a cup of coffee in my breakfast room and skimming through the newspaper. One of…
Read MoreBefore It’s Too Late: A Parent’s Guide on Teens, Sex, and Sanity
Before It’s Too Late: A Parent’s Guide on Teens, Sex, and Sanity meets the urgent need to proactively reach adults before their teen is in crisis. The book will educate and wake…
Read MoreLaunching a New Mobile Safety App for Americans Overseas
Last Sunday, I hosted a brunch at my home with guest speakers Paula Lucas and Samier Mansur, which was well attended by my LadyDoc friends – thank you so much!…
Read MoreDelightful Food Experiences in Vietnam
When we were in Vietnam, we spent a few days in HoiAn, a town known for its silk and for its tailors who can create a dress or suit to…
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