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Copy That

Copy That

Copy That Aug 3, 2013 by RICK RADER, MD * EDITOR-IN-CHIEF One of the most intriguing, novel and exciting applications of 3D printers is in biotech, namely human tissue replacement. One of the attributes of aging (okay getting geezer-like) is the opportunity to experience the evolution and transition of ideas, technology and innovation. Take copying.

On Being Too Short to Get On the Ride

On Being Too Short to Get On the Ride Jul 8, 2013 By Rick Rader, MD Sarah has cystic fibrosis, which requires a lung transplant to save her life. But the top of 10-year-old Sarah Murnaghan’s head is apparently below the bold line that entitles her to get on the “ride to live.” To those

A Kink in His Armor

A Kink in His Armor Jun 3, 2013 Our take home message about Hephaestus is the same message we glean from hearing stories about others with disabilities. That hard work, diligence and support will prevail. by Rick Rader, M.D. Working in the field of disabilities, one quickly becomes sensitive to the prevailing “myths.” In fact,

A Token of Appreciation

A Token of Appreciation May 6, 2013 When exceptional parents find themselves on the board game of “Special Needs” and are trying to “win at all costs,” they are employing the same principles of “game theory.” By Rick Rader, MD When I was in college and fumbling through “connecting,” I remember the first time I

Boredom

Boredom Apr 2, 2013 By Rick Rader, MD The hope is that with an enlightened appreciation of the dynamics of boredom, psychologists will be able to devise strategies to prevent, overcome or reduce the impact of being bored. “Bowwww-ring” The word is so reflective of its meaning that it causes us to pronounce it in

The “Queerest People”

by RICK RADER, MD * EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Munchkins represented the little people who worked for a living, the backbone of the community and the productive engines of society. As a self-professed medical historian I particularly enjoy reading the first descriptions of syndromes. For instance, the following first description of individuals with Down syndrome was provided

High Fives

High Fives Mar 1, 2013 The pearl behind the high five is the fact that someone did what “seemed like the thing to do.” by Rick Rader, MD Darn this flu. The thing about the flu that makes it a high priority is its potential potency. Potency, yeah, that’s the right word. It can get

Getting to the End

Getting to the End Feb 7, 2013 The idea of “another story can be written” is the thread to the exceptional parent movement and for the commitment of this magazine to continue to help readers construct their stories; the beginning, the middle and the end. By Rick Rader, MD Storytelling is easy. You need a

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