Every time I walk along Cabrillo Boulevard, I find myself stopping at a specific spot near the marina. It is a breathtaking little waterway tucked between the boats, a view that never fails to remind me how fortunate I am to live here. While most people only catch glimpses of a backdrop this stunning during […]
There is something so moving about a community that rallies to lift its neighbors during life’s most daunting moments. Yesterday, that collective spirit took center stage right here in Montecito. Friends, neighbors, and advocates gathered at the beautiful Jenni Kayne boutique on San Ysidro Road for a special “Shop for a Cause” event. Ten percent […]
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The Doctor Will (Actually) See You Now Relationship-based cardiology. At a glance this looks like an unnecessarily bookish declaration of love. Hopeful suitor: “Darla, I have an avid interest in pursuing with you a period of relationship-based cardiology.” Darla: “Um…what?” But to some, relationship-based cardiology begs a hopeful question: what if an appointment with your […]
Recently, a small group of friends gathered for an early dinner on our back deck. Everyone brought something to contribute – a bouquet of flowers, baked chicken, corn on the cob, green salad, peach pie, and various libations. Sitting around the festive table, we settled in to enjoy the food, tell stories, and share tidbits […]
The past 12 months felt heavy with our son’s upcoming departure for university. The marathon of applications, studying, testing and waiting finally gave way to victories; getting into a college he loved, Prom, Graduation, and senior trips. Then, the final days of summer arrived. And while he will always have a home here, my daughter […]
In the last few years, it has become increasingly more important to me to find workouts that are sustainable as I am getting older. Swimming, weight training, walking and yoga continue to be leading contenders, but I felt that something was missing from my repertoire. Something fun. Like always, I started doing some research and […]
What drives someone to spend a life in medicine? In this Q&A series, a group of leading local physicians share the moments that set them on their path, the breakthroughs shaping their fields, and the realities behind the work. Their answers are candid, occasionally surprising, and grounded in experience. Together, they offer a clear-eyed look […]
What drives someone to spend a life in medicine? In this Q&A series, a group of leading local physicians share the moments that set them on their path, the breakthroughs shaping their fields, and the realities behind the work. Their answers are candid, occasionally surprising, and grounded in experience. Together, they offer a clear-eyed look […]
What drives someone to spend a life in medicine? In this Q&A series, a group of leading local physicians share the moments that set them on their path, the breakthroughs shaping their fields, and the realities behind the work. Their answers are candid, occasionally surprising, and grounded in experience. Together, they offer a clear-eyed look […]
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As a board-certified health coach, I often find myself bridging the gap between clinical health data and sustainable behavior modifications. During this past year, it has been evident that we need these bridges more than ever. With an onslaught of information available at our fingertips 24/7, the amount of “health tips” we are being offered […]
What drives someone to spend a life in medicine? In this Q&A series, a group of leading local physicians share the moments that set them on their path, the breakthroughs shaping their fields, and the realities behind the work. Their answers are candid, occasionally surprising, and grounded in experience. Together, they offer a clear-eyed look […]
For many people, vision loss arrives gradually. A favorite novel becomes difficult to read. Faces across a room lose their clarity. Street signs resolve later than they once did. The television gets larger, the lighting brighter, and the magnifying glasses stronger. Eventually, many people assume they have reached the blurry end of the road. Dr. […]
What drives someone to spend a life in medicine? In this Q&A series, a group of leading local physicians share the moments that set them on their path, the breakthroughs shaping their fields, and the realities behind the work. Their answers are candid, occasionally surprising, and grounded in experience. Together they offer a clear-eyed look […]
The other night I was at a graduation party and a man visiting from New Zealand asked our little group, “Why do so many people here have such light eyes?” To which I replied, “Didn’t you know? It’s in the water.” We all laughed, but it got me thinking and, as always, I needed to […]
