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Vote for Val?

Well, I’m a finalist in the medblog awards… but I need your votes to win. I’m pretty sure that I’m going to be crushed by Respectful Insolence – but it’d be nice to give him a run for his money. Any takers?

VOTE FOR VAL – CLICK HERE

Thanks! :-D

My friend Kerri Morrone Sparling is also in the running for best patient blog.

VOTE FOR KERRI – CLICK HERE


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3 Responses to “Vote for Val?”

  1. Vijay says:

    I voted for you Val. I’m loyal. But your prediction about Orac crushing seems to be happening.

  2. drval says:

    At least Orac is my friend. :) It’s nice to lose to someone you like and respect. Thanks for your loyalty! quality > quantity. :)

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