A retired cardiologist now sharing his decades of insights on Medium and Substack
Dear readers, as a publication owner of Health and Science and volunteer editor of several ILLUMINATION publications, I introduce inspiring writers whom I follow and those contribute to our publications. In this story I will briefly introduce David Mokotoff, MD, a man of many talents, whose journey from board-certified cardiologist to passionate writer encapsulates both intellectual rigor and artistic charm.
After retiring from a fulfilling medical career in 2015, Dr. Mokotoff turned to writing with an invigorated zeal, blending his sharp observations with a creative touch that has drawn readers in from across the globe.
His stories go beyond reflections of daily life and opens unique windows into the thoughts we ponder but rarely articulate. Dr. Mokotoff has an engaging way of bringing the ordinary to life, infusing humor and insights in equal measure.
Beyond his love for writing, Dr. Mokotoff enjoys fishing, cooking, traveling, and gardening — passions that add color and authenticity to his stories.
His writing is notably influenced by profound works such as The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl, and On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King. These books shaped his worldview and encouraged him to pursue truth and passion in his storytelling.
Dr. Mokotoff’s published works include the memoir The Moose’s Children: A Memoir of Betrayal, Death, and Survival, which delves into deeply personal themes of love, loss, and survival through his perspective and that of those around him. His short story collection, Light & Dark, explores the complexities of human nature, revealing the shadows and light that coexist within us all.
His articles have been featured in medical journals like JAMA and Medical Economics as well as in lifestyle magazines, where he often bridges the gap between medicine, science, and everyday life in an accessible and enjoyable way.
Dr. Mokotoff now writes on Medium and Substack, drawn by these platforms’ community of readers and writers. For him, writing is less about income and more about making meaningful connections and creating a space where science meets storytelling.
His guiding principles are truth and passion, believing that without excitement, the effort is not worth it. Whether it is informing readers or making them laugh, Dr. Mokotoff’s goal remains the same: to touch lives through his insightful words.
His advice to new writers reflects his journey — focus on quality, edit tirelessly, and respect the editorial process. Dr. Mokotoff reminds us that, as he discovered in his own writing journey, “Good things happen to those who write consistently with readers in mind.”
Apart from his Medium profile, you can also subscribe to his newsletter Cardiology Made Easy on Substack.
Here are some sample stories that I enjoyed from Dr Mokotoff’s great collection which you might enjoy as well:
How I, & Most of the Medical Establishment, Got Fooled & Scammed By the Diet Theory of Cholesterol
If You Eat a Healthy Diet, Save Your Money Because You Don’t Need Probiotics and Prebiotics
If You’re an Ace Wordsmith, See How Many of These Ten Words You Know
Why I Walked Out of a Doctor Appointment and When You Should Too
Thank you for reading and sharing these great stories and following Dr Mokotoff on Medium and Substack. You won’t regret. He never spams his subscribers 😊
I also introduced several writers before so please consider exploring their profiles and inspiring stories.
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I will introduce many more great writers soon so stay tuned.
As editors were extremely busy, I also attempted to create my first writer onboarding pack and will continue to do it when I get a chance. New writers might like this short intro to our pubs.
Onboarding New Writers Joining ILLUMINATION Publications Today: Episode #77
Welcome and a quick acknowledgment of your acceptance to ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium with helpful…medium.com
I also enjoy reading interviews conducted by Dr Mehmet Yildiz (Main) which can be found in this collection. Each interview helped me meet a new writer and develop my relationships with them.
My good editor/curator friend Aiden also introduced a few writers and he said he will continue to do so. I link a few I found from his collection.
We also introduce our editors and compile them in a collection.
Thank you for reading my thoughts and feelings.
As a disclaimer, my stories, of course, never include health or professional advice.
I am a retired healthcare scientist in his mid-70s, and I have several grandkids who keep me going and inspire me to write on this platform. I am also the chief editor of the Health and Science publication on Medium.com. As a giveback activity, I volunteered as an editor for Illumination publications, supporting many new writers. I will be happy to read, publish, and promote your stories. You may connect with me on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Quora, where I share stories I read. You may subscribe to my account to get my stories in your inbox when I post. You can also find my distilled content on Subtack: Health Science Research By Dr Mike Broadly.
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