“I was doing laundry last week and my engagement ring snagged a shirt. Upon further inspection, one of the four prongs holding in the diamond was sticking up and about to break.”
Tag: Stress & life changes
5 Tips to Boost Your Immune System Today
Having a healthy immune system is always a good idea, and is especially important during menopause and perimenopause. Here are simple yet powerful ways to help you optimize your ever-important immune system.
Why I Went Into Medicine
No, you are not going crazy. I did just release a video on this subject. BUT, I had more to say. Yes, another story!
Finding Your Inner Courage
We all face seemingly daunting tasks at one point or another, but not all challenges before us turn into Waterloos. Dr. Baumgaertel’s story is from an adventurous walk on an elevated forest walkway in British Columbia.
Much Ado About Menopause
Dr. Baumgaertel gives a Q&A-style livestream video lecture on “all things menopause,” hosted by The Long Beach Public Library of New York.
The Pandemic: The Ultimate Catalyst for Shifting My Medical Career
Dr. Susan Baumgaertel shares a personal essay of her career shift in light of the COVID-19 pandemic – poignant, intimate, and from the heart.
myMDadvocate Turns One!
On February 14, 2022 I launched a virtual medical consultation and patient advocacy business, myMDadvocate. One year later, I have a lot to celebrate!
A Personal Retrospective in Three Parts
By popular request, here are all three vignettes together in one post! These short vignettes are about Empathy, Joy and Humor – fitting for the changing of seasons and passing of time.