Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen, August 6, 2005 Original Title: Sounds Like a Good Idea New ultrasound technologies offer valuable diagnostic tools The application of new technologies and research has the potential to revolutionize medical diagnostic imaging, diagnosis and treatment. My last column looked at the amazing progress being made to restore lost sight. [...]

Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen September 20, 2004 Young men rarely see their family doctor (if they have one). There is a tendency to think that nothing can really go wrong in your late teens or 20s. Yet there is one cancer in men that occurs exactly when men avoid their doctor: testicular cancer.

Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen September 20, 2004 Original Title: The Testes of Time Young men rarely see their family doctor (if they have one). There is a tendency to think that nothing can really go wrong in your late teens or 20s. Yet there is one cancer in men that occurs exactly when [...]

The announcement last week that Letrozole reduced breast cancer recurrence represents another step forward in the battle against breast cancer. When an announcement of a “groundbreaking” study, it is understandable to react with hope that a cherished life will be saved and suffering will end.

Diagnosing prostate cancer is difficult, even with the screening. All of a sudden, everyone wants to know about the PSA test.

With the summer months approaching, the ozone hole growing and the tan enthusiasts ready to hit the beach, it is important to know how skin valiantly tries to protect itself. Alas, people subject their dermis (skin) to multitudes of insults and injuries. Cuts, bruises, scrapes and mild burns heal well and cause no lasting damage. Ultraviolet radiation (UV) is less forgiving.

Mr. H., a World War II veteran was posted 24 times in 27 years while serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. He is proud of his accomplishments and his actions demonstrate quiet dignity and honor. He has told me stories of his military life. Stories about sacrifice, dedication, honor and integrity that children, not to mention some adults should hear. Now, at age 78 I have told him he has inoperable kidney cancer because it has spread to his lungs. He would not survive the operation.