Simply Medicine

Bright eyes and pleasant demeanor
Dark hair pulled back, smooth and shining
A stethoscope pulled from a brightly coloured bag
Curious and willing to learn from nurses and her physician mentor 

Orienting young nurses not an uncommon experience for me in my addictions nursing career
once in a while the opportunity arises to share my nursing knowledge and experience ~
welcome young doctors into this fascinating world of substance affected brain chemistry.

It was an inspiring morning working with this young ‘almost a doctor’
Her professional career just beginning with a sincere purpose driven interest in a world shadowed by stigma. Motivated by curiosity to care for people and any presenting medical problems, treating substance withdrawal with protocols, patience and kindness.

“We cannot change what we are not aware of, 

and once we are aware, we cannot help but change.”

~ Sheryl Sandberg, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead