Local Physician Finishes Meditation Fellowship, Completes Book Of Poetry
Community Posted on July 23, 2026 Posted on July 23, 2026 Local Physician Finishes Meditation Fellowship, Completes Book Of Poetry Meditation has been an important part of Dr. Mark Zilkoski’s life since 1992, and he recently learned more about emotional well-being by completing a year-long contemplative medicine fellowship through the New York Zen Center. “I’ve always been a happy person, but I’m happier and more aware of how happy I am,” Zilkoski said of the impact of meditation for him.
- ▪Community Posted on July 23, 2026 Posted on July 23, 2026 Local Physician Finishes Meditation Fellowship, Completes Book Of Poetry Meditation has been an important part of Dr.
- ▪Mark Zilkoski’s life since 1992, and he recently learned more about emotional well-being by completing a year-long contemplative medicine fellowship through the New York Zen Center.
- ▪“I’ve always been a happy person, but I’m happier and more aware of how happy I am,” Zilkoski said of the impact of meditation for him.
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Community Posted on July 23, 2026 Posted on July 23, 2026 Local Physician Finishes Meditation Fellowship, Completes Book Of Poetry Meditation has been an important part of Dr. Mark Zilkoski’s life since 1992, and he recently learned more about emotional well-being by completing a year-long contemplative medicine fellowship through the New York Zen Center. “I’ve always been a happy person, but I’m happier and more aware of how happy I am,” Zilkoski said of the impact of meditation for him. He explained the practice increases self awareness and spiritual growth. He encourages patients who might be struggling with depression, anxiety or anger to consider meditation. “Everybody should do it,” Dr. Z. said. The fellowship included traveling to the New York Zen Center twice for four-day periods.
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