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The Things They Carried

At 2:37pm, three pagers went off at once. There was a new pain consult from SICU, a polytrauma arriving in the ED, and a code occurring on the medical oncology floor upstairs that would need an airway. Fries and half-eaten meals were abandoned with intent to return, although unclear what hour that would be, and the team quickly and dutifully dispersed to attend to their patients.
Latha Panchap, MD
Latha Panchap, MD
March 28, 2026

An Open Apology to Your “Passionate” Surgical Colleague

On behalf of every resident, circulating nurse, scrub tech, consultant, and other colleague that you interact with on a daily basis, I want to apologize for horribly misinterpreting your dedication to healthcare and pledge to respect the sanctity of your tantrums.
Latha Panchap, MD
Latha Panchap, MD
February 21, 2026

The Daily Analgesic - An Intensivist Walks Into a Bar

While she has proved herself as a capable clinician, Dr. Shah still struggles with the culture of our critical care unit, which is deterring her further development as a member of our team.
Latha Panchap, MD
Latha Panchap, MD
January 17, 2026
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