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Islon Woolf MD
Dec 30, 20215 min read
The difference between science and pseudoscience
The application of critical thinking to medicine is the hallmark of my practice. The most foundational and important is the ability to tell
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Islon Woolf MD
Oct 9, 202112 min read
Advice for biohackers: the body is a complex system
The human body is a complex system and unpredictable. Clinical trials are necessary. They are holistic tests of complex systems.
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Islon Woolf MD
Jan 10, 20216 min read
Interpreting reports of Covid-19 vaccine adverse reactions
There have been a few incidents reported in the media of adverse reactions associated with COVID-19 mRNA vaccines. From cosmetic filler...
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Islon Woolf MD
Sep 27, 202011 min read
Flu shots, which to get, and who should get them
The flu usually peaks in fall and spring. It is fall, flu season has begun, and this year's shot is out. I wanted to address a few...
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Islon Woolf MD
May 18, 20203 min read
Concierge Medicine and Caring
My practice is small and I have the opportunity to connect with every one my patients. No problem is too big and no problem is too small.
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Islon Woolf MD
May 16, 20206 min read
Critical Thinking and Patient Empowerment
Patients are vulnerable to experts. Good healthcare isn't more healthcare; it's learning how it works and getting involved with decisions.