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  • Eclipse

    It is hidden, and it is beautiful. It is like a veil that conceals but it is a phenomenon worth watching. Over time we have come to understand how and what it is. Does this knowledge subtract from its beauty when we know the truth of what actually happens? I feel that it adds a…

    momilhem

    January 8, 2014
    Melanoma, Perspectives
    cancer, cell motility, University of Iowa, WM Keck Dynamic Image Analysis Facility
  • Happy Holidays

    Dear Readers, Wishing you the best of holidays. I will be back blogging in a couple of weeks. ‘Til then… take care. Mo

    momilhem

    December 25, 2013
    Melanoma and Sarcoma
    Happy holidays, Iowa, Mo Milhem, University of Iowa
  • A Good Laugh

    Let’s all laugh. It’s infectious, heartwarming and welcomed. At any time during a conversation. Throw a joke, a comment that grabs attention, a statement that has everyone doing the same action. Laughing with our hearts together as one. Today I was pleasantly taken by surprise. I walked into a room with the most delightful patient.…

    momilhem

    December 18, 2013
    Connections, Melanoma and Sarcoma, Patient Care
    cancer, Healing, Iowa, Laughter, Spirit
  • Do Not Touch

    Observe. Let’s say this is the decision I have to communicate to my patient. I analyze the data in front of me and come to the conclusion that the best therapy is to do nothing. To leave this patient alone and watch their disease rather than interfere. Easier said than done.  I believe this is…

    momilhem

    December 11, 2013
    Melanoma and Sarcoma, Patient Care, Perspectives
    cancer, Iowa, Observe, Oncology, Patient, Treatment
  • Impact

    Brace yourself. Get ready. I am about to deliver news about the status of your cancer and whether you responded to the treatment I persuaded you to try. Wait for me, I know you are anxious. Understand that I bring you the truth. Good or bad it is disbelieving. And what I say cannot change.…

    momilhem

    December 4, 2013
    Melanoma and Sarcoma, Patient Care, Perspectives
    cancer, Iowa, Oncology, Truth
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