Hello friends and family of Bill Blackley:

After nearly 35 years practicing medicine, Bill has decided to hang up his stethoscope and throw himself into "retirement" -- though some folks think Bill will never retire -- he is certain to remain active in many communities in North Carolina and beyond.

This blog is for old friends and new, co-workers, patients, musicians, artists, Boy Scouts, environmental activists, Tarheel basketball fans, family, and all who would like to share a word of congratulations, thanks, a silly Bill story, or a celebration for his years of contribution to his patients, and his community.

Please join us in raising a virtual toast to Bill!

Shhhhhh.... this is a secret! We'll unveil the blog with your messages to him in mid-June, but posts are welcome indefinitely.

To share a message, funny Bill memory, toast or other thoughts, email your post to me (Molly) at blackley@uw.edu, and I will post for you (please include your name, and how you know Bill).

Thanks for joining in the fun! With love and thanks,
Sandie... Molly, Ben, and Will Jackson...Seth, Brae and Davis Blackley

Thursday, June 10, 2010

RETIRING? WHAT ABOUT OUR WARTS AND TOENAIL FUNGI?

Bill:

Your decision to retire from a regular schedule of doctoring is perfect timing now that your family is growing and your fame as a musician, poet, and environmental whistle-blower is spreading! You have so much to look forward to: the next Blackley-Jackson generation to play with and teach and new skills to explore, perfect, and share.

It is no wonder you have been loved by your patients over these many years. You are so approachable, caring, and “human”. No starchy, impersonal, clinical divide between you and those you take care of. Along these lines, my favorite story is the “Aflac” tale -- only you could dream this strategy up for breaking down barriers!

Practicing Family Medicine is probably impossible to retire from entirely, especially when you have such a large, extended family related by blood and friendship. We hope you’ll “keep your hand in” so that we can continue to discuss, at the very least, our warts and toenail fungi! And if we are lucky, the questions we should be asking our doctors.

All my love and best wishes for the future.

Stephanie

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