Kenneth
J Berniker, MD, is
a board certified emergency physician at the Vallejo Medical
Center, and a medical writer and editor. He attended the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology and New York Medical College. Dr Berniker
has written for audiences including physicians, nurses/allied
health professionals, and the public. His interests include
bridge, digital photography, and both standard and cryptic crossword
puzzles. Please e-mail your comments: kenneth.berniker@kp.org.