I, as a practicing family physician, have recently been contemplating the subject of joy in the practice of medicine. Now for some of you (in and outside of the field of medicine), this may seem like an oxymoron. Between prior authorizations, increasing government regulations, electronic health records, inefficient bureaucracy and difficult patients, there are days where it can truly feel like there is little joy in medicine. These days can be soul sucking, gut wrenching, and

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MU7JYerhF4 “The doctor had warned me that it would be bad. It was horrible.” — Geraldo Rivera, Willowbrook: The Last Great Disgrace, January 1972 The Willowbrook State School was, at one time, the largest institution for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the nation. It was located in Staten Island, New York, and began operation in 1947. What started as an attempt to care for these individuals quickly devolved into

So, let me introduce myself! My name is Crystal Bowe, mommy to my 2 kids, Dr. Bowe to my patients, and just Crystal to my friends. I am a family physician just outside of North Carolina. I love what I do, and I love being a mom! I am passionate about many issues (as you will see if you stick around), and believe that every day is a chance to do better for yourself and those around you. Hope you enjoy! #DrMom #WhoamI