Neurology
A branch of medicine that is dedicated to the diseases of the brain and nerves primarily, but also comprises muscle disease and unexplained chronic pain, disturbances in sensation and altered limb and memory function.
Kefir delights
I was first introduced to Kefir 3 years ago. We have something similar in South Asia called Lassi. However I had never gone to a supermarket, or in the case of the latter, my local cornershop for a fermented yoghurt drink. I have to say, my initial reaction, was one of “mmh…interesting”…but not for me.…
Digital access to healthcare during a global pandemic
The goal of digitalising healthcare was to streamline the NHS, reduce waste and create more transparency. Instead the ultimate catalyst for change was a 0.125 micron virus first reported in Wuhan, China. IT and NHS are interesting bed fellows. One cannot exist without the other. The NHS is a behemoth with many tentacles, as well…
Why me and why now
My name is Dr Mara Sittampalam. I am turning 44 very soon and as a young aspiring medical student turned trainee/apprentice doctor I wished to transform patient healthcare. Despite working harder or longer hours, there are a few simple, transformative things that are non clinical or rather technologically related, that I have not been able…
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