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A Medical Crossword Puzzle

Earlier this year, AΩA member Dr. Peter Koetters proposed a crossword puzzle for members. He wrote us, "I think it might be fun to construct a puzzle designed to be solved by other physicians. In fact, it opens up a whole host of terminology and thematic ideas that are otherwise taboo in the world of puzzlemaking for the general public."

We were intrigued and asked him to send us a sample. A number of editorial board members who are crossword fans tried it out and declared it satisfactory. We present it here for your enjoyment. Dr. Koetters is a pediatrician in Pasadena, California. His puzzles have been published in the Los Angeles Times.

To solve the puzzle, download and launch it using Across Lite software (link below).

Download the crossword in Across Lite: Cardio Workout

Download the Across Lite software: Across Lite

Download the PDF of the puzzle and solution here.