<span itemprop="author">Harvey Castro, MD, MBA

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The secret to staying alert during night shifts: coffee naps and more

Working night shifts in health care, particularly emergency medicine, requires maintaining alertness and focus during extended hours. I’ve experienced firsthand the challenges and risks associated with sleep deprivation, including a frightening i…

The invisible epidemic: How physician burnout is affecting the medical community

Physicians dedicate their lives to the well-being of their patients, often neglecting their mental health in the process. The demanding nature of their profession, coupled with long hours, emotional exhaustion, and immense responsibility, can result in…

Strategies for effective patient communication: a guide for physicians with the aid of ChatGPT

Effective communication is the cornerstone of the patient-doctor relationship, fostering trust, empathy, and understanding between both parties. As a physician, honing your communication skills helps to facilitate accurate diagnoses and treatment plans…

How AI can help alleviate the strain on the medical system

The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on the health care system and its professionals. With an increased demand for nursing staff during the crisis, many young nurses entered the workforce to fill the gap. However, this new generation of nur…

Why health care careers are essential in the age of AI: Encouraging our children to pursue the irreplaceable human touch

The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have left many parents questioning the best career paths for their children in a world increasingly influenced by automation. One field that continues to be indispensable, despite AI’s growin…

The crystal ball of cinema: How movies predict the future of technology

The world of cinema has always been a platform for creative minds to explore and express ideas about the future. Movies, especially those in the science fiction genre, have a unique ability to inspire innovation and predict future technologies. The int…

AI and health care: the elephant in the board room

In recent years, the health care industry has undergone a significant transformation, and one of the main drivers behind this change is artificial intelligence (AI). As the adoption of AI continues to accelerate, it is becoming a topic that cannot be i…

ChatGPT: the Napster of the AI world?

The rise of the digital age brought with it various breakthroughs that have fundamentally changed the way we live and interact with technology. Among these breakthroughs are Napster and ChatGPT, two innovative technologies that potentially transform in…

Tackling the health care crisis with artificial intelligence: Combating physician and nursing shortages in the United States

The United States is grappling with a significant health care crisis as physician and nursing shortages impact the nation’s ability to provide adequate care to an aging population. A combination of factors contributes to these shortages, with con…

The future of education: AI empowerment, YouTube college credits, and the impact on traditional colleges

The education landscape is rapidly changing as technological advancements, and artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly integrated into learning environments. One of the most exciting aspects of this shift is the potential for AI to revolutionize …