Dr. Lisa Belisle

Celebrating Health, Happiness & Gratitude

By Lisa M. Belisle, MD, MPH
Originally published November 27, 2008, The Maine Switch

Sometimes you just have to throw a party. Such was the case in January of 2007. It was my thirty-sixth birthday, and I had recently made some changes in my life—a new job, a new medical practice and the decision to take a long-awaited trip. I wanted to celebrate. I felt intensely grateful for my family, friends and general circumstances: I wanted to share my gratitude.

Ask the Doc, Fall/Winter 2008

By Lisa M. Belisle, MD, MPH
Originally published Issue 4, Fall/Winter 2008, Healthy Living Connection, Healthy Living Club, Maine Medical Center

Dear Doc, 

I have been excited about the upcoming holiday season, but also nervous that I will fail to keep up healthy habits and feel guilty after. I want this year to be different.What can I do? 

—Paul, Cape Elizabeth, ME 

Books as Companions: Easing the Woes of the World

By Lisa M. Belisle, MD, MPH
Originally published November 2008, Parent & Family

My 7-year-old has discovered that recess can be intimidating. This year she is in a larger school, where the second grade students share the playground with third and fourth grade students. As might be expected, the older kids aren’t always interested in playing with the younger ones. Sophie feels hurt by this at times.