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How one state is reducing physician mental health stigma
A coalition of healthcare organizations in Virginia has launched a new initiative that hopes to cut burnout among physicians and encourage more healthcare workers to receive care from mental health professionals, according to a Jan. 23 report from the …
What kind of cars do physicians drive
Eighteen percent of physicians drive Toyotas, according to Medscape’s Jan. 20 “Lifestyle and Happiness Report 2023.”
Former NFL player sues medical malpractice insurers following surgery at ASC
Former NFL player Sharrif Floyd has sued a slew of medical malpractice insurers and brokers for an alleged $10 million insurance shortfall following a career-ending knee surgery, Business Insurance reported Jan. 20.
5 federal healthcare updates
Here are five federal healthcare updates Becker’s has reported on since Jan. 11:
West Virginia University adds ophthalmic procedure simulator
The West Virginia University department of ophthalmology and visual sciences in Morgantown has added two pieces of ophthalmic training equipment: the EyeSi surgical simulator and the Alcon operating microscope.
Alabama medical office building to relocate following tornado
Family medicine physician Ernest Okeke, MD, will reopen his practice on Jan. 25 at a new location after his Selema, Ala., medical office building was destroyed by a Jan. 12 tornado, according to a Jan. 22 report from the Selma Sun.
10 worst states for physicians to retire
Kentucky is the worst state to retire, according to personal finance site WalletHub.
Top 10 states for physicians to retire
Virginia is the best state to retire, according to personal finance site WalletHub.
Walgreens doubles down on primary care: What ASCs need to know
VillageMD, a company majority owned by Walgreens Boots Alliance, acquired Dallas Internal Medicine and Geriatrics Specialists just weeks after finalizing a $8.9 billion acquisition.
5 medications, devices that have earned FDA clearance in 2023
From a new bone nail device to a new colon cancer medication, here are five medications and devices that have received FDA approval so far in 2023.
