Dr. Lauro Amezcua-Patino
The Age of Misinformation (OPINION)
Some tips on navigating the age of misinformation from board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Lauro Amezcua-Patino.
OPINION: What FDA Approval of Pfizer Vaccine Means
The FDA’s approval of the Pfizer vaccine has lifted a weight off of many shoulders. The responsibility is now left to each individual to do the right thing.
The Pandemic Is Over? Not Even Close
We are still in the midst of it. It has not gone away.
Swiss Cheese Super Ego
It seems to me that many people have lost their way.
OPINION: The Psychological Effects of Unauthorized Immigration
It seems infinitely more logical and practical to accept the reality of the situation, extend the hand of help and allow for a system that benefits all involved.
Let’s Call It What It Is: A Pandemic That Has Decimated Our Most Vulnerable Populations (OPINION)
It has been known for millennia that the most vulnerable individuals during epidemics and pandemics are the poor. This pandemic is no different, especially here in the United States.
I Am a Psychiatrist and I Am Taking the COVID-19 Vaccine
The job then comes to help facilitate the patient making an informed decision based on science and facts.
The Link Between Poverty and COVID-19
Our neglect of the poor has become a tinder box and COVID-19 could be the spark that starts a deadly conflagration.
Safety and Fear During COVID-19: The Bubble of Misery
Right now, more than ever, we need to be empathetic to those around us.