MDLinx September 12, 2023
By Courtney Manser, MD, CCFP (PC)

I distinctly remember, about halfway through medical school I thought, “Someone should write this stuff down.” From objects found in orifices where objects don’t belong, to the grossest but most satisfying abscess drainages, to Jerry Springer level family drama, practicing medicine can sometimes have the best, most unbelievable stories.

As my mentor once said: You just can’t make this stuff up.

You’ll never know what you’ll find

As a family physician with a current focus on palliative care, I have worked in many different settings throughout the last 12 years of practice. My favorite, though, is home visits. Seeing a patient in their own environment gives you insight into their overall well-being.

“The area I...

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