The Hotel Doctor

The experiences of a Los Angeles hotel and housecall doctor.

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Twilight of the Hotel Doctor

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Uber is driving taxi companies out of business. Air Bnb is putting stress on hotels. A stream of retail chains are declaring bankruptcy ...
Friday, May 27, 2016

Easy Money, Part 2

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“I need an eye doctor,” said the caller. “A big red spot came out this morning!” The guest added that the eye felt fine. The spot di...
Monday, May 23, 2016

When the General Manager Consults the Lawyer

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The concierge expressed relief when I answered. A lady’s 11 year-old son was seriously ill, but the mother had refused to take him to an...
Thursday, May 19, 2016

A Rule of Medicine That Didn't Apply

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I give out medicines gratis. Mostly, they’re cheap, but exceptions exist. For unclear reasons my supplier charges $17 for antibiotic ear...
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Sunday, May 15, 2016

Relentless Time

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Melrose Avenue is hip and upscale as it passes through West Hollywood. Further east, toward downtown, businesses tend toward pawnbrokers...
Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Goose Chases

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I knocked at room 777 of the Hyatt Regency, downtown. The guest who answered denied calling a doctor. Did I get the room number wron...
Friday, May 6, 2016

A Medicolegal Visit

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A guest was eating lunch in the hotel restaurant when the chair collapsed. Unfortunately, her hand was resting underneath. The desk cler...
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