“Homelessness is a medical condition in my mind,” he said. “When they come to the ER, we can put a Band-Aid on their problems. We can maybe help them with a staph infection or just provide some general support like showers or meals. But we never really help them change their life. The costs are very great to have this cycle repeat over and over again. People suffering, calling an ambulance, being taken to the ER, seeing me, and then being put back onto the street.”