Hektoen International

A Journal of Medical Humanities

Tag: Elephant hide

  • Elephant hide

    Ethan SellersPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States “Let me tell you about the summer the circus came to town.” Mr. Stanton’s weathered face manages to wrinkle further as it breaks into an easy smile. I’m reminded of an old map folding along well-worn creases. I know I’m grinning back, a habit when talking with patients, but never…