A little bit about the name

So how did I come to obtain the nickname "Dr. Dredd"? I was a med student at the time, doing what was known as an acting internship. (4th year, students are interns in all but name and are given increasing amounts of responsibility). We did this rotation in pairs, and my partner and I were... enthusiastic. We got ourselves in over our heads a few times, not realizing when to call for help, and I would often come into rounds after overnight call with blood all over my scrubs.

So I'm not sure the name was meant to be complimentary, but I'm using it with pride anyway! I've mellowed in my older years, anyway. I work in a primary care clinic one day a week, and do a lot of clinical research. :-)