Mike Magee Today was frigid in Washington, D.C. But inside this sacred dwelling on the corner of 16th and 0 Streets NW, marked by soaring 58 foot ceilings supported by gothic arches, smiles and gratitude filled the air at the 6 p.m. prayer service in memory of former President Jimmy Carter. Carter was an extraordinary […]
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Glory Be To 2025
Mike Magee More than once in the lead up to the launch of 2025 I have heard friends and colleagues express a range of sentiments that circled around the general notion that “This is too much to take.” But throughout history, and into the current period, there are more than a few examples of human […]
As the New Year approaches, Hcom offers this piece for your quiet consideration and contemplation. Mike Magee Hanukkah, the Jewish communities 8-day Festival of Lights begins this Wednesday on December 25, 2024. This is a rather rare calendar coincidence, one that will not repeat again until 2052. Those who witnessed the conspicuous Trump and Musk-induced […]
Thanks to Mary Ellen, a veteran health care professional for the comment above. She is absolutely right. CODE BLUE: Inside America’s Medical Industrial Complex, was written intentionally to share with policy makers how our health care arrived at this moment in history, and suggest ways to improve it. For reporters interested in following this lead, […]
Mike Magee As the new year, 2025, fast approaches, it’s wise to pause, and gather our thoughts as a nation. Few would argue that we’ve been through a lot over the past decade. And quite naturally, we humans are prone to blame individuals rather than circumstances (some of which have been beyond our control) for […]
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Not My Final Column.
Mike Magee As my wife often reminds me, “Comparisons are toxic.” And, in general, I agree and try to respect this cardinal rule. But these are extraordinary times. So grant me this exception. On December 9, 2024, in my early morning survey of the news, two articles demanded my attention. The first was an editorial […]
(printable PDF) Mike Magee The history of Medicine has always involved a clash between the human need for compassion, understanding, and partnership, and the rigors of scientific discovery and advancing technology. At the interface of these two forces are human societies that struggle to remain forward looking and hopeful while managing complex human relations. The question has […]
