Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.– Buddhist proverb Every child needs to be safe and feel the abundance in life. As a surgeon, it is my responsibility to take care of my patients. A young girl was referred to me for surgical evaluation and management. She went through lots of sufferings that it kept meContinue reading “A YOUNG GIRL’S ORDEAL”
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Online Learning for my daughter
Education has never been this disrupted, until the virus came. We now live in a world of virtual education. With this, comes a different tasks. It can be a mini- task, pre- activity, post- activity, or even a video presentation. This is how my daughter will gain education for years to come. With the socialContinue reading “Online Learning for my daughter”
Covid-19: The Reality Of Global Awakening
Globalization knows no boundaries. Same is true for a global pandemic. With the rapid increase in the number of cases, the situation can only get worse. Six months ago, we reached the first 100,000 cases in 60 days. Now, it took us only 4 days to reach the same number. We use to think thatContinue reading “Covid-19: The Reality Of Global Awakening”
Underground River: An Out of this World Experience
My heart is pounding..not knowing what’s inside. The fear of the unknown. Yesterday, my parents went to visit us in Palawan. What’s the best thing to do in the Island better known as the “Last Frontier”? So, I decided to bring them to the underground river. And it was the right decision, my parents lovedContinue reading “Underground River: An Out of this World Experience”
The Stupid Me
A few weeks ago, I had an argument with my wife. I was so upset that I got so furious that I punched the wall. Guess what happened? Yeah, you are damn right. I hurt my knuckles. At that moment of emotional outburst, I wasn’t thinking. Purely emotional anger overwhelmed me. After the incident, IContinue reading “The Stupid Me”
Who Am I?
I am a practicing general surgeon in Southern Palawan, Philippines. Why surgery? Well, when I was young I admire doctors in their white coat. I was amazed by the skills of surgeons during life-saving procedure. No, I don’t enjoy seeing nor being spatted with blood in my face. I graduated from surgical training in PhilippineContinue reading “Who Am I?”
What is Life?
What is life? This question came from my 9-year old daughter. At first, I was taken aback. I don’t know what to say neither do I know how to answer it. At nine, she already thinks like an adult. Is it due to the effects of social media that at this early age she hasContinue reading “What is Life?”
Learning is an Endless Journey
My Journey begins.. I wanted to create my own blog to share my thought and insights, not only about my profession, but life in general. At this moment, I just want the idea to flow and be able to share my thoughts. Who am I? I’m a simple guy with a purpose. To serve andContinue reading “Learning is an Endless Journey”