Hitting a Nerve

The retirement horizon creeps up


 


Dr. Allan M. Block, a neurologist is Scottsdale, Ariz.

Dr. Allan M. Block

Looking through my computer, I’ve seen maybe 25,000-30,000 people over time. That seems like a lot, more than a large NBA arena. Imagine that arena packed with fans, and I’m there to be everyone’s neurologist. I see them one by one, and, almost 20 years later, here I am. I’d like to think that I was able to do something to help the majority of them. I certainly try.

And I’ll continue to try. Even after the halfway point I still get up each morning wanting to help people. The same sentiments I expressed in a personal statement so long ago are still there, and hopefully always will be. When they’re gone, it’s time to leave. Hopefully, they’ll be with me until I’m ready to sign off.

Dr. Block has a solo neurology practice in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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