Map and Bottleneck. In Memoriam, Robert K. Shapter, MD.

This article is a tribute to Dr. Robert K. Shapter, a physician who had a significant impact on the field of medicine. The author reflects on the importance of maps in guiding explorers and draws a parallel to Dr. Shapter's journey, as he had to navigate his career without a clear roadmap. Dr. Shapter's contributions to medicine, including his work as a physician, editor, and mentor, are highlighted. The article emphasizes the profound loss that his death represents and acknowledges the countless lives he saved and influenced throughout his career. Dr. Shapter's accomplishments, such as earning his medical degree from Dalhousie University and serving in the Canadian Air Force, are also mentioned. [Extracted from the article]