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Last of the Laowai Part III: Holes in the Wall, Holes in the Brain
Funny and frightening stories from an American expat who weathered the COVID pandemic in Mainland China.
Aug 29, 202427 min read


We Need a Fellowship in Detox / Withdrawal Medicine
U.S. physicians are in dire need of specialized training in withdrawing patients from physically and psychologically addictive drugs.
Jul 23, 202411 min read


Opioid Receptor Dynamics 101: Full vs. Partial Agonists, Antagonists, and Precipitated Withdrawal
An overview of mu opioid receptor dynamics that explains affinity, full agonism, partial agonism, antagonism, tolerance, and withdrawal
Jun 25, 202419 min read

At-Home Opioid Withdrawal Protocol: The Detox Essentials
How to make at-home opioid detox bearable. I focus on which prescription and OTC comfort medications are must-haves and which should be...
Apr 22, 202416 min read
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