A 32-year-old woman from Scotland presented to her primary care provider, reporting severe pelvic pain that started in her teenage years. For nearly 10 years, she had endured painful periods, daily cramps, nausea, bloating, and pain during or after sex. She often told herself that her symptoms were just “normal period pain” and did not seek medical help until her symptoms began to interfere with her daily life and activities. Over time, her menstrual cramps became so intense

The healthcare field is expanding, and certain areas within medicine are experiencing a significant increase in demand.  Psychiatrists have become essential as they play a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and supporting patients' mental and emotional well-being. The rising demand for mental health services is driven by several factors. Increased awareness in society has led more individuals to recognize the importance of mental health, resulting in more people seeking tr

Like many of us growing up, Deena saw herself in multiple careers, ranging from a flight attendant to a WNBA player. She was born in an impoverished part of Indianapolis' west side, raised by her Arabic-speaking immigrant parents. At the age of seven, Deena's sister Nora was diagnosed with a grade I astrocytoma and recommended to St. Jude in Memphis, Tennessee, for a treatment study that consisted of daily appointments for a decade. Watching the physicians treating Nora with

Intravenous (IV) therapy is a ubiquitous part of modern medicine, with the familiar IV machine readily available and widely used throughout hospitals. Behind this technology are hundreds of years of research and discoveries by medical professionals and scientists. Our current ability to provide IV therapy to replenish various fluids and nutrients is built upon this knowledge, much of which was standardized only in the 20th century. In fact, there are still many questions surr