The Circle of Change is dedicated to providing information and advocacy opportunities to help create a healthier future for all Americans. In order to organize and illuminate this vast topic, I have identified sixteen interconnecting domains of health that make up this Circle of Change.
Back to School
July 28, 2026
Despite the passage of time, the basic medical school curriculum hasn’t changed all that much. A person technically holds the academic title of an allopathic doctor (MD) as soon as they graduate. However, to actually practice medicine and treat patients independently, they are legally required to complete a residency program, which typically takes anywhere from 3 to 7 years depending …
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Learn about current challenges to our soil, farming, and food systems, and their impact on our health and wellbeing.
When Narratives Compete
June 25, 2026
We are all storytellers. It’s part of our DNA. It’s how we share our experiences, our beliefs, form community, and make sense of the world. Some of our early stories proved to be false but considered endearing – Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, and the Easter Bunny. A more sophisticated word for story is narrative. What is a Narrative? Studiobinder.com provides a good definition: A…
moreVaccines – Part Two
June 12, 2026
Before we explore vaccines in the “modern era,” it would be helpful to determine what makes a competent scientist? These four elements are considered guiding principles: 1. Do not be swayed by unverified information; base scientific discussions on peer-reviewed evidence. 2. Acknowledge uncertainty in origin theories but remain cautious of interpretations driven by ideology or political a…
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Engaging in advocacy is essential for transforming our failing healthcare system into one that meets the needs of all Americans.
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Domains
Positive change emerges from actions within these areas:
About Circle of Change
This website is intended to address how joining together and knowing what we want and need could start to bring about a long overdue American healthcare system for all.
I sincerely believe that one of the best ways to bring about change is to think of the elements involved as being part of a circle. The best part of this approach is that we can begin anywhere in a circle of change and choose one element to focus on. No matter where we start, one success provides the momentum to keep going.
For this Circle of Change I’ve created three main categories – Health, Business, and Government. I invite you to explore the Circle’s sixteen key areas, relevant articles, calls to action, and regular blog posts. And always, your comments and ideas for change are welcome!
“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” ~ James Baldwin