North to Alaska!

One of our Jazz Practitioners recently left for the Alaskan frontier to practice medicine and music for three months. Dr. Patrick Plunkett, cruising in his huskie powered ambulance—Alaskan dog sled—recently relayed back to base and said:

“Bethel, Alaska, is 10 degrees below....  most, if not all, of my patients have traveled hundreds and hundreds of miles to be treated, so, I'm seeing fractures that are a few days old. The Native Eskimos can only communicate through their children who are their only translators... this is truely an amazing experience!”

Patrick went on to say, “Music is really alive up here too! Especially Celtic music given the Irish holiday this month. In Anchorage, I went to a sold out performance of Irish music and dance at the Anchorage Museum—standing room only. This is only one of many packed performances supporting live music and entertainment... as you all know, this is great food for the soul and the spirit!”

What's Up Docs?

The Jazz Practitioners page is expanding wildly now. Hot on the heels of Wolfgang Ellenberger, MD, we've just added neurologist Henry Lee, MD, from San Luis Obispo, California, and San Diego pharmacist Mario Olivares, PharmD.

In the "Art, Books & Sculpture" department, we've recently added the photography of Dr. Barry Slaven, which you can purchase from the site, matted and signed by the artist.

There is a lot more in the pipeline right now, so check back constantly to see what's available, or sign up for email updates, and we'll keep you abreast of the latest.

Doctors' Hobbies

We've added concert pianist Wolfgang Ellenberger, MD, to our growing list of Jazz Practitioners.

Dr. Ellenberger, who resides in Buchen, Germany, is the president of www.DoctorsHobbies.com, an association that promotes the music and hobbies of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, veterinarians and many other professions.

There's a doctor who plays the glass harp, one who composes tangos, a magician, a ballerina and an Iron Man triathlete. It includes medical professionals with such pursuits as skydiving, sailing, fireworks and fencing.

Check it out!