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Four Common Medical Myths, Busted
We sat down with local physicians to discuss the most common medical myths, their origins, and how to prevent them from spreading
Yes, you can swim right after you eat. No, you shouldn’t pee on jellyfish stings to stop the pain. Fake health information is all around us, borne from health gurus on the internet, long-held beliefs, or even information once believed by doctors that turned out to be untrue. With the constant evolution of healthcare research,…
Summiting Mount Adams
Seattle magazine’s social media manager tackles a climb that tests both body and mind
Emma Smith, Seattle magazine’s social media manager, decided to climb Mount Adams in July, giving herself just a few weeks to prepare for an early August summit. Mount Adams is a 12,276-foot stratovolcano in the Cascade Range, the second-highest peak in Washington, with sprawling glaciers and a broad, sloping summit. After her roommate mentioned the…
Resilience by the Sea: Return to Lahaina
As West Maui rebuilds, beauty and connection remain
West Maui has always held a magnetic allure — the scent of plumeria backlit by torches under a pale moon, or the way the sea breeze fills the lungs with total relaxation. But a visit now, in the wake of the 2023 wildfires, carries added meaning. Not out of obligation, but appreciation. The ocean views…
The Pulse: Berry Season
A hit card game and Venezuelan hot dogs
It’s time to pick blackberries from that one overgrown corner of the neighborhood — you know the one. Strawberries are bright red and blueberries are fat and sweet, so be sure to hit up your local farmers market. August is doing exactly what it’s supposed to, and we’ve still got a few weeks left to…
Dr. Tobias Lee, M.D.
Cardiology, Pulse Heart Institute Cardiology Services
Every year, we ask a few of Seattle’s Top Doctors to share what inspires them to practice medicine, the advice they give most often, and what they think the future holds for healthcare. These interviews are part of Seattle magazine’s annual Top Doctors feature, created in partnership with Castle Connolly. None of the doctors paid…
Urban Paddle
Canoeing the Green River from Kent to Tukwila offers solitude and a sense of adventure
The giant bridge ahead and the distant roar of loud car engines were telltale signs that we were arriving at I-405 in Southcenter. Though instead of zooming toward an onramp at 70 miles per hour, we were floating lazily down a river at approximately two miles per hour. Over the Fourth of July weekend, my…
Dr. Nicolae Leca, M.D.
Nephrology, UW Medical Center – Montlake
Every year, we ask a few of Seattle’s Top Doctors to share what inspires them to practice medicine, the advice they give most often, and what they think the future holds for healthcare. These interviews are part of Seattle magazine’s annual Top Doctors feature, created in partnership with Castle Connolly. None of the doctors paid…
The Pulse: Bring the Heat
A new Uwajimaya, rising electric bills, and the question of who’ll lead Seattle’s AI future
These are my family plans for the week: a ferry ride to Kingston, banh mi at Rise & Shine Bakery, a stop at Third Place Books, maybe a baseball game. July’s wrapping up, and everything’s starting to speed up. But this week? We’re still in it. Warm, sunny, bright — the kind of stretch we…
Dr. Meghan Nadeau
Plastic surgery, The Polyclinic Plastic Surgery, Optum Care Washington
Every year, we ask a few of Seattle’s Top Doctors to share what inspires them to practice medicine, the advice they give most often, and what they think the future holds for healthcare. These interviews are part of Seattle magazine’s annual Top Doctors feature, created in partnership with Castle Connolly. None of the doctors paid…
Just Do the Camp
It’s not about loving it. It’s about showing up.
At piano camp they practice for three hours a day. That’s the part my 14-year-old daughter remembers when she’s getting ready to go again this year. She puts off packing for the week-long overnight camp because she’s nervous. She tries not to be, because it’s her second year, and you’re not supposed to be nervous…
Dr. Mary Ann Pefanco, M.D.
Geriatrics, internal medicine, EvergreenHealth Geriatric Care
Every year, we ask a few of Seattle’s Top Doctors to share what inspires them to practice medicine, the advice they give most often, and what they think the future holds for healthcare. These interviews are part of Seattle magazine’s annual Top Doctors feature, created in partnership with Castle Connolly. None of the doctors paid…
Dr. Marisa Dahlman, M.D.
Obstetrics and gynecology, Virginia Mason Seattle Gynecology
Every year, we ask a few of Seattle’s Top Doctors to share what inspires them to practice medicine, the advice they give most often, and what they think the future holds for healthcare. These interviews are part of Seattle magazine’s annual Top Doctors feature, created in partnership with Castle Connolly. None of the doctors paid…
A Park Made for Lingering
With thoughtful design, clear sightlines, and a sense of safety, Pier 58 feels like Seattle’s front porch
As someone who is very passionate about public parks, I was honored to get a sneak peek of the new Pier 58. It exceeded every expectation. This park has it all. The goal is to enjoy the beautiful landscape of the city skyline and Olympic Mountains. The thoughtfulness that’s been poured into every inch of…
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