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Two Crises I Didn’t Train For

Dr Pies is Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Lecturer on Bioethics and Humanities, SUNY Upstate Medical University; Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Tufts University School of Medicine; and Editor in Chief Emeritus of 

 (2007-2010). Dr Pies is the author of several books. A collection of his works can be found on

Frankness, honesty, and humor make this doctor’s poetry collection special.

Freud on My Couch

As much as it is important to honor our country, it is also important to honor its ideals and continue the pursuit for such—for everyone. 

Independence Day Thoughts From a Psychiatrist 

"While I watch the artist paint, I imagine him in the time of plague..."

Modern Medieval Artist

This renowned psychiatrist is donating a portion of the proceeds from his book sales to help stop US military veteran suicides. 

Poetry for PTSD and Preventing Suicide

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"...now i forget what day it is and still feel i’m running out of time..." 


Day 29

Sometimes a few simple words help us remember important events.

Eulogy for Wall Street

"...Night is a room darkened for lovers..."


Complaint

Poetry allows for reflection a year after a tragedy and a travesty, and to honor a life lost. 

Hail to Floyd 

Trees, the oldest among us. One wonders if they mourn the many lynchings that have taken place on their limbs. More reflections on diversity.

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