Paul E. Sax, MD, is a longtime contributor to NEJM Group. His writing blends infectious diseases expertise with subtle humor, offering observations on clinical practice that are both insightful and relatable.

New posts are published regularly, providing thoughtful, accessible stories of patient care, professional growth, and the everyday realities of practicing medicine.

About NEJM Voices:

NEJM Voices brings together reflections from clinicians across medicine, offering insight shaped by real-world experience. Through authentic accounts of clinical life, it affirms shared challenges and common purpose—reminding readers they are not alone in the work they do and helping them reconnect with why their work matters.