Shadman Sinha

Oct 7, 2024 | opmed.doximity.com | Heather Kristin Schopper |Anita A. Kelkar |Shadman Sinha

The keynote speaker for the opening ceremony of this year’s American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Annual Conference in Miami was Dr. Kelvin Kong, the first Aboriginal surgeon in Australia. His talk focused on his experiences growing up as part of the Aboriginal community, the past and current struggles faced by his community, and the ways he is using his time and knowledge to provide care to those who need it the most.

Oct 7, 2024 | opmed.doximity.com | Shadman Sinha |Anita A. Kelkar |Brian B Gilmer |Theodore Schwartz

I speak to a desperate father on the phone. His daughter’s migraines are making her miss school but the earliest pediatric neurology appointment is six months out. A young teen likely needs growth hormone therapy but the pediatric endocrinologist isn’t available for another seven months. An exasperated mother whose child’s constant outbursts are leading to failing classes must drive two hours to see the only available developmental pediatrician.

Oct 7, 2024 | opmed.doximity.com | Anita A. Kelkar |Shadman Sinha |Brian B Gilmer |Theodore Schwartz

On Thursday night, the eve of the Heart Failure Society of America conference scheduled in Atlanta, a flurry of text messages circulated among attendees: "Is HFSA still going to happen?" "Are you still flying in?" "How is the weather out there?" Later that evening, HFSA president Dr. James C. Fang and the Board of Directors sent an email announcing the cancellation of the annual meeting due to Hurricane Helene.