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R. Elan Eisen

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Elan is the Founder of The Health Insider and Editor-in-Chief as well as President and CEO of RSRS, one of Canada’s largest health records repositories. Having worked extensively with both health practitioners and patients alike over the years, Elan has come to understand the importance of the patient’s proactive and collaborative involvement in their own health management.
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Medical gaslighting
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Medical Gaslighting – Is It Really A Thing? 

  • 2025-02-10
More people say their symptoms are dismissed, but is AI helping or hurting? With healthcare under pressure, the truth isn’t so simple.
M Mental Health
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Cheer Up and Live Longer: The Link Between Optimism, Joy and Health

  • 2025-01-28
Can optimism really help you live longer and stress less? The surprising benefits of positive thinking may cause you to rethink your mindset.
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A 5 lb. Gummy Bear? What’s Wrong With This Picture?

  • 2025-01-09
Sweet indulgence or bitter cost? Explore the rise of mega candy stores amidst a diabetes awareness crisis in our sugar-obsessed society.
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New Year's Resolutions
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8 of the Simplest and Most Impactful New Year’s Resolutions

  • 2025-01-01
New Year's resolutions can be difficult to keep - but what if this year, instead of setting ourselves up for failure, we simplify and achieve?
W Wellness
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Sound Therapies to Manage Anxiety, Pain, Sleep and More

  • 2024-12-16
Whether you’ve experienced the calming hum of Tibetan singing bowls or the immersive environment of a sound bath, these practices can help with stress, anxiety and sleep.
R Resources & Tools
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Crossing Borders for Care: The Rise of Medical Tourism for Canadians

  • 2024-11-19
From knee surgeries to stem cell therapies: What's driving Canadians to skip the line at home and head abroad for care?
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AI in healthcare
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Will AI Really Change Healthcare Delivery? You Won’t Believe How Much!

  • 2024-11-01
One of the most compelling areas to be impacted is that of healthcare. Countless lives have already been saved and we’re just at the starting line.
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Conflicting Medical Advice?  Here’s What You Need to Do

  • 2024-09-16
Getting inconsistent or conflicting medical advice from different healthcare providers is not uncommon. Read 8 essential tips to help navigate your best health outcome.
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Virtual healthcare
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Still No Doctor? Time to Embrace Virtual Healthcare

  • 2024-09-09
Virtual healthcare can be a great option depending on your need. Read more about the 5 reasons why you should consider it.
R Resources & Tools
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Keeping Your Medical Record Updated – It Makes a Difference

  • 2024-05-14
Your medical record is essential for your ongoing healthcare. Learn how to keep them updated and always handy.
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Medical records
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When The New Doctor Says “No Thanks” to Your Previous Medical Record 

  • 2024-04-18
Having your medical records is important for continuity of care in all the healthcare settings you find yourself in.
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Elan and his mom
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Music and Dementia: Reconnecting With My Mother

  • 2024-01-24
Music can have an incredible effect on dementia patients. Learn more about the author's journey with his mother, her beloved music and what it means for both of them.

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