I think you should leave me…
In 2012, Korrin Barrett was 33 years old, healthy, and at the height of her career while living in Brisbane. Like many, she lived with a sense of invincibility that … Read the rest “I think you should leave me…”
The professional with lived experience.
When you become an amputee, you are immediately introduced to a revolving door of medical professionals: specialists, physiotherapists, and prosthetists. While these experts are incredibly skilled, there is a … Read the rest “The professional with lived experience.”
Could it be sepsis?
A good friend’s brother died suddenly this week. He was otherwise in pretty good health for a many in his late 60s. The cause was sepsis—a word which I know … Read the rest “Could it be sepsis?”
Spare Parts with Priscilla Sutton
Sitting down today with Priscilla Sutton for The Limb Shift was a masterclass in navigating “light and shade.” I found Priscilla to be an incredibly engaging guest; she possesses that … Read the rest “Spare Parts with Priscilla Sutton”
Meeting Tom Nash, aka DJ Hookie
I first encountered Tom Nash’s story while I was in the hospital, navigating the immediate aftermath of my own amputation. I read his book, Hook, Line & Sinner, during … Read the rest “Meeting Tom Nash, aka DJ Hookie”