The Public Physician - Practical Wisdom for Life in a Connected, Always-On World, has landed. Here's the problem I'm trying to fix: While every doctor with a smartphone can publish their ideas to the world, we are completely unprepared to deal with what this all means. When it comes to public dialog, most of us know what the tools are, few of know the boundaries. ... Continue Reading about The Public Physician is Public
App Crowdsources Assistance for Arrest Victims
If you need evidence that social networks can save lives, have a look at PulsePoint, a crowdsourcing app for connecting cardiac arrest victims with assistance. As reported in Re/code this morning, PulsePoint’s free app connects to local 911 call centers and alerts users when there is someone nearby in need of CPR. PulsePoint users get an alert the same time as ... Continue Reading about App Crowdsources Assistance for Arrest Victims
Omnifocus 2 for Mac | Organization Redefined
The biggest professional challenge I face is time management. I cringe at process and all things operational. Anyone who knows me understands that I struggle even with email. I’d rather occupy my time with bigger, broader things. Which is why I use Omnifocus. But reality dictates that in order to create the time to do the things I love, I have to get things ... Continue Reading about Omnifocus 2 for Mac | Organization Redefined
Mama Doc Medicine Microreview
I’m thrilled to announce the release of Mama Doc Medicine – Finding Calm and Confidence in Parenting, Child Health, and Work-Life Balance (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2014) by Wendy Sue Swanson, MD. Here’s what you need to know about Mama Doc Medicine in under two minutes: Who is Mama Doc? Wendy Sue Swanson, noted creator of the Seattle Mama Doc blog and ... Continue Reading about Mama Doc Medicine Microreview
Microreview: Writing on the Wall by Tom Standage
The book. Writing on the Wall - Social Media, The First 2,000 Years The author. Tom Standage. Digital editor for The Economist. What it does. Puts the current revolution in communication into broader historical context. The angle. Social media is not new. Readability. Comfortable. History that reads like a story you don’t want to put down. Why ... Continue Reading about Microreview: Writing on the Wall by Tom Standage
Review: Targus Revolution Ultra-Thin Case
While I haven't done much in the way of tech reviews, I started using a new computer bag that I love and I thought I'd share my thoughts. I recently picked up a Targus Revolution Ultrathin case. I stumbled on this bag at the airport recently and was drawn to its lean appearance and sturdy design. I had been using a Johnson & Murphy leather folio bag for my 13 ... Continue Reading about Review: Targus Revolution Ultra-Thin Case