The Hotel Doctor

The experiences of a Los Angeles hotel and housecall doctor.

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Should I Make a Housecall?

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Only half my callers require one. As I repeat, I’m happy to phone a pharmacy when guests forget legitimate medication: blood pressur...
Saturday, September 14, 2019

Laborl Day

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Everyone left town for the holiday including the local concierge doctors and at least one colleague, but plenty of travelers arrived, ...
Tuesday, September 10, 2019

I Just Got Back From Mexico...

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One third of visitors to poor countries from rich countries get sick. Experts warn tourists to avoid uncooked food, street vendors, ice,...
Friday, September 6, 2019

Amazing Medical Maxims

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What many laymen believe are serious signs are not.   Here are examples. 1. Local pain is worrisome; widespread pain is reassuring...
Monday, September 2, 2019

I Don't Do Adderall

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“A guest at the Century Plaza wants his Adderall refilled. Can you go?” asked someone from the office of a local concierge doctor. ...
Thursday, August 29, 2019

A Dog-Eat-Dog Business, Part 6

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People ask what sort of contract I have with hotels. The answer is none. Staff call because I’m easy to reach and quick to respond. On...
Sunday, August 25, 2019

A Big Tipper

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Le Meredien in Beverly Hills has a firm policy against recommending a doctor. This does not mean that it never calls, only that a call...
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