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Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Health
- Miami Herald
Dedicated ENT doctor writes about his journey and life lessons in new book
For years, Robert E. Pickard has worked as a steadfast doctor helping people hear. He has helped so many in other ways, as well. His ear, nose and throat medical practice was a staple doctor's office in South Miami for over 50 years, and he still serves as a hearing consultant. Dr. Pickard helped my family through correct diagnosis and treatment, as well as calming reassurance, for three generations. Now, he has written about his life of service in 'My Lessons Learned, by Robert E. Pickard, MD, Colonel, Artist, My Life and Times.' 'This book tells a story of how I learned my lessons throughout my life. Dating back to when I was a child during World War II and continuing as I grow and go through life's journey,' Pickard said. 'Many lessons I've learned along the way while observing and living through major world events, and personal triumphs and tragedies.' Pickard, 84, lived as a soldier during Vietnam, as a medical ENT physician, and as an artist. His incredibly detailed lithographic art, often of the surgical theater, greeted everyone who stepped through his office doors. He said he continues to create through painting, sketching, etching, acrylic on canvas, sculptures and lithographic prints. 'I have lived my life as a life of service, for example creating the Hearing Research Institute, a 501c3 non-profit organization, which helps pay for hearing aids and listening devices for children and people of all ages,' Pickard said. He also authored the state bill that mandates that all newborn babies have their hearing tested immediately after birth prior to leaving the hospital. This ensures that no child is misdiagnosed and enables early intervention should a hearing issue exist, he said. I started writing about Dr. Pickard's work in this column almost every December when he and his family and friends donated toys and games to hospitalized children during the holidays. They spread cheer at Jackson Memorial Hospital and Miami Children's Hospital, now Nicklaus Children's Hospital. 'I have had the fortune of having a beautiful family and raising four amazing daughters. I have met many friends along the way and wanted to share some of my life stories in my autobiography,' he said. 'My very candid depiction of my life and its lessons will show readers how I developed my wit and wisdom. Some lessons were learned as a child, some decades later as an adult. I navigate my lessons through this story, as I take you on the adventure called 'my life.'' And what a life it is. Pickard's stories of highs and lows, his lifelong relationships and personal accounts of helping others are inspiring. 'My hope is that as you read this book you learn from lessons I've learned, because the biggest lesson of all is that we never really stop learning.' You can read more about his life and 'My Lessons Learned, by Robert E. Pickard, MD, Colonel, Artist, My Life and Times' at The book and audiobook can be purchased on the link. Write to ChristinaMMayo@ with news for this column.
Miami Herald
24-04-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
How healthcare in South Florida is changing with risks and renewal
Health Care How healthcare in South Florida is changing with risks and renewal Healthcare in South Florida is shifting fast, driven by challenges and innovation. This list of stories outlines risks in Miami's booming plastic surgery scene — like office centers tied to tragic outcomes and unlicensed recovery houses — and financial shake-ups affecting hospitals. Medicaid's future is also uncertain as proposed federal budget cuts force local leaders and advocates to fight for vulnerable residents across Miami-Dade and Broward. At the same time, major organizations like Nicklaus Children's Hospital are teaming up with Broward Health to expand kids' access to specialty care, and Miami Beach is exploring a 'Blue Zone' wellness makeover to promote healthier living. See the stories below. The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories below were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists. Three employees leave Palmetto General Hospital through the emergency entrance on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, in Hialeah, Fla. By Sophia Bolivar NO. 1: 'LIKE IT WAS ABANDONED.' CAN NEW OWNER HELP FIX THE PROBLEMS AT THIS HIALEAH HOSPITAL? Unions representing hospital workers have spoken about staffing challenges, including the resignations of key staff members. | Published November 3, 2024 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante Ana Claudia Chacin A doctor now working in Pembroke Pines has a state complaint filed against him for his actions during a Miami Brazilian butt lift in 2021. NO. 2: A WOMAN'S BRAZILIAN BUTT LIFT IN MIAMI BECAME 2 WEEKS IN JACKSON WITH A TUBE INSIDE HER A state complaint has been filed against the doctor who now has his own plastic surgery center in Broward. | Published October 24, 2024 | Read Full Story by David J. Neal Nurses train to use the equipment of the operating room in the new Kenneth C. Griffin surgical tower at Nicklaus Children's Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024, in Miami, Fla. The operating rooms of the new building are 800 square feet and among the biggest in the country. NO. 3: 'HOSPITAL WITHIN A HOSPITAL.' NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S OPENS NEW SURGERY HUB WITH SPECIAL TECH Here's what we know | Published November 7, 2024 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante In this photo illustration, the CareMax logo is displayed on a smartphone screen. (Photo by Rafael Henrique / SOPA Images/Sipa USA) *** Strictly for editorial news purposes only *** NO. 4: A MIAMI HEALTH COMPANY IS IN BANKRUPTCY AND PLANS TO SELL. WHAT PATIENTS SHOULD KNOW What will happen to the medical centers in South Florida? | Published November 21, 2024 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante Florida has experienced an outbreak of measles, including among children in Broward County. NO. 5: NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S AND BROWARD HEALTH TEAM UP FOR CARE. WHAT IT MEANS FOR PATIENTS The initiative will give Broward Health pediatric patients access to certain Nicklaus specialists. | Published November 30, 2024 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante Eliana Lancellotti, 37, right, performs lunges while exercising as Miami Beach Vice Mayor Tanya Bhatt and city officials hosted a tour for Blue Zones experts at South Pointe Park to assess the city's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in Miami Beach, Florida. By Carl Juste NO. 6: CAN MIAMI BEACH BE A HEALTHIER PLACE TO LIVE? HERE'S HOW A 'BLUE ZONE' WORKS What are these lifestyle advocates looking for? | Published February 11, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante Los estados enfrentan espinosos desafíos: asegurarse de no eliminar a personas que todavía califican, y conectar al resto con otras coberturas. By Dreamstime NO. 7: IS MEDICAID AT RISK IN FLORIDA? HOW PROPOSED FEDERAL CUTS COULD AFFECT YOUR HEALTHCARE What to know about possible changes. | Published February 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante Miami police are investigating the death of Ahmonique Miller at 3637 SW Fourth St., which was being used as Keyla's Recovery House. The address on the right, 3639 SW Fourth St., was used by Keyla Oliver for K&L Global Express and another address on Keyla's Services. By DAVID J. NEAL NO. 8: A NEVADA MOTHER CAME TO MIAMI FOR PLASTIC SURGERY. SHE DIED IN THE RECOVERY HOUSE What happened is under investigation. | Published March 21, 2025 | Read Full Story by David J. Neal This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.
