Hektoen International

A Journal of Medical Humanities

Tag: George W. Christopher

  • Scales fell from his eyes

    George ChristopherMichigan, United States A pivotal moment in the history of Christianity was the conversion of St. Paul while en route to Damascus. “On his journey…a light from the sky suddenly flashed around him…he fell to the ground and heard a voice saying to him, Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me? …when he opened…

  • Yes, I’m positive

    George W. ChristopherAda, Michigan, United States A quick glance at the afternoon clinic schedule revealed that the next patient was scheduled to “Rule out HIV infection.” I knocked on the door, entered the exam room, and began introductions. The patient was young, anxious, and struggling to maintain a stoic façade. “I have HIV infection.” “Are…