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Complexity is a loaded word. It is often — incorrectly — thought of as a synonym for complicated. Both derive from Latin but are subtly distinct. The Latin verb plicare means to fold. Complicare is to fold together. The Latin past participle plexus can mean to weave, braid, or entwine. The difference is one between layering and weaving. Complication denotes layers, one atop another. Complexity takes this further, merging individual strands into a single, braided whole. In short, complexity is the level of interconnectedness of elements within a system. Great conversation below: #complexity #strategy #strategicthinking #intelligencecommunity #nationalsecurity

This serves as a fantastic 6-minute primer on Complex Adaptive Systems. And if you watch until the end, you get a fun and rare insight into how the Chinese Government thinks of itself. with Neil Theise and Julia Mossbridge, PhD

Dr. Louis Leff '77 was inducted as a Master of the American College of Physicians, recognizing his remarkable contributions to internal medicine, surrounded by family members Grace and Sam '09 Leff, Susan Leff, Mara (Leff) '07, and Matt Koperwas. Additionally, Louis and his daughter, Mara, co-published an article titled 'Calculated Medicine: Seven Decades of Accelerating Growth' in the American Journal of Medicine, providing a thorough review of the field's evolution, from historical origins to modern applications like machine learning and AI, and its potential impact on health care disparities. Read their work here: https://lnkd.in/eHqv_95A

Free and accessible ways to optimize your #brainhealth: * Contact with #nature - The practice of #forestbathing has been linked to better physical and #mentalhealth including lower blood pressure and cortisol levels. * Social connection - Loneliness is a risk factor for poor health outcomes including premature mortality. Social #connection has been shown to improve #healthoutcomes and workplace productivity. * Movement - Moderate movement - for example, #walking - increases levels of brain derived neurotrophic factor, promoting the growth of new brain cells. Since the cortisol released during high intensity exercise might counteract the effects of BDNF, it is recommended to incorporate moderate #movement as part of a well-rounded fitness plan. * Environmental health - Indoor plants can help improve our #wellbeing. It's important to remember to intentionally take breaks from the stress! Many thanks to the Center for BrainHealth and Dr. Sanjay Gupta for a wonderful presentation on neuroplasticity and brain optimization! I'm excited and grateful for the opportunity to share core education and experiential learning on #integrativehealth with the #physicianassistant students at UTSW and the community members of Rosa es Rojo™. Please reach out if you would like to learn more! #medicaleducation #mindbodyconnection #sustainability #internalmedicine #neuroplasticity #stressmanagement #positiveemotions #wholehealth #workplacewellbeing #empowerment #healthequity #integrativehealthequity #professionaldevelopment #collaborativeleadership #collaborativelearning #reciprocity

The Four Kinds of Luck: How To Make A Habit Of “Getting Lucky” In 1978, a neurologist named Dr. James Austin published a book entitled Chase, Chance, & Creativity: The Lucky Art of Novelty. In it, he proposed that there are 4 types of luck: (1) Blind Luck (2) Luck from Motion (3) Luck from Awareness (4) Luck from Uniqueness https://lnkd.in/gdSeRgBQ

New episode out now! 🚨 This week, Scott Sigman MD chats with Alan Zhang, MD, a professor at University of California San Francisco and a sports medicine doctor that operates on all the large volume joints. In this episode, they discuss his journey to becoming one of those rare docs that operates on all major joints, his research, his social media presence, and more. #FollowTheFro #LargeVolumeJoints #Research

When evaluating patients, Dr. Marx believes in taking a comprehensive approach which will include listening closely to patients' concerns, performing a thorough examination, and obtaining tests or imaging when necessary. Learn more about Dr. Marx and his approach at https://bit.ly/SAOS-Marx ⬅️

New episode dropping TOMORROW! 🚨 This week, Scott Sigman MD chats with Alan Zhang, MD, a professor at University of California San Francisco and a sports medicine doctor that operates on all the large volume joints. In this episode, they discuss his journey to becoming one of those rare docs that operates on all major joints, his research, his social media presence, and more. #FollowTheFro #LargeVolumeJoints #Research

Here is the link to Dr. Staci...double PHD in holistic medicine with an overview of the LifeWave technology that LITERALLY reverses aging...don't miss this opportunity tonight...because tomorrow you will be older. ;-) Once you have seen this, DM or text me to (949) 933-3969 to learn how to start reversing your aging now.

Check out this month's episode of The MOD Pod, where host Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO, chats with Bryce St. Clair, OD, about the importance of providing empathetic, patient-centered care across diverse communities. The two discuss how to learn about patient culture or religion without seeming insensitive and more. Dr. Koetting also speaks with Jacqueline Theis, OD, FAAO, FNAP, about a condition known as neurologic dry eye, which bridges two areas she is passionate about: neuro and dry eye. They cover diagnosis, management, personalized medicine, and so much more. https://bit.ly/3wTHsL4