So I ran 50 miles on March 9th in a race at Land Between the Lakes. I came in 14 place out of 122 runners doing the 50 mile distance and I was happy to complete the race at all given … Continue reading
My 100 Mile Run To Benefit Northern Kentucky Child Advocacy Center
What I’ve Been Up To… Okay, busy office and flu season aside here’s what I’ve been up to. As many of you know, when I’m not working or spending time with my family – I run. I’ve been in lots of races (including last … Continue reading
Influenza Is Here
Wow we are busy in the office. We are seeing influenza early this year. Most cases have been typical with fever in the 103 range with runny nose and cough. Most cases I’ve seen have been in children who did not receive … Continue reading
Have You Signed Our Wall?
I Got My Flu-Shot, Got Yours??? Pictured is our wall of signatures from those patients who have gotten immunized already. It’s Flu Season Although we have seen a few cases of influenza, we have not seen much. This is the … Continue reading
IRON Pediatrician
It’s been a long time since I’ve blogged. I’ve spent no less time seeing patients this summer, but have been quite busy training for the race that I will be in this weekend: The Louisville IRONMAN competition. This is a … Continue reading
So What If It’s Hot
It’s going to get to 100 degrees today. That can get uncomfortable – and so what?! Get those kids outside! When I talk about exercise to patients in the office I sometimes hear that they can’t get outside as much … Continue reading
Things are Quiet
Cold and flu season is over. School is just about out for everyone. My schedule this morning is filled with well child exams and rechecks. This is the first time in quite awhile that there are NO sick patients on … Continue reading
Hello Boston
Here goes another nonmedical post: I will be leaving on Friday to go to Boston, so I will be out of the office on Monday and Tuesday. Monday I will be running in the 116th running of the Boston Marathon. I … Continue reading
Barefoot Pediatrician
Don’t be surprised to see your doctor in some crazy shoes. As I strive to run faster and improve my foot strength, I’ve tried to run and walk in shoes with less and less support. This has included wearing … Continue reading
Long time no blog
We had a busy fall and holiday season in the office so I’ve neglected to blog about anything for a few months. We have not seen any influenza yet this year, although it is not infrequent in this area to … Continue reading