Quick Snips

Dr. Andrew Tang's journey took him from a fairly homogenous society in China to multiple American cities with diverse ethnic and cultural compositions. While navigating an unknown culture with a language barrier was once his biggest challenge, it has, over time, become his biggest strength. Learn about Dr. Tang's experience and how his diversity has helped him succeed in both medicine and life.

In an effort to take care of his two little dogs, member of the Tohono O'odham Nation, J. Marcel Thomas, developed a severe foot infection as a complication of diabetes. With limited access to transportation and patient care, the situation looked dire, until Dr. Andrew Rice and the Southern Arizona Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) team stepped in.

Summertime is synonymous with fun and freedom. But did you know the season also comes with some unique safety concerns? You're probably already aware of the risk of sunburn and the need to protect your skin with sunscreen, but you should also be cautious about burns, which can come from unlikely culprits. Read on to find out what to watch out for and how to stay safe.