If you ask nurse practitioners how they spend most of their time at work, their answer will be “charting!” Not only do nurse practitioners (NPs) assess, diagnose, and treat patients, but they also have to document the findings. On top of th…
Category: primary care
Tackling health care conflicts and stereotyping
Concerns about conflicts of interest and stereotyping differ in their complexity. Resolving stereotyping-related concerns is relatively straightforward. Stereotyping should be dismantled immediately, regardless of the reasons for its creation, before i…
Efficient staffing partners for health systems
Although the health care workforce has begun to normalize following the historic lows of the pandemic, according to Staffing Industry Analyst’s most recent Healthcare Staffing Report, health care employers across the board still struggle with a t…
10 things to know about your doctor that will get you better care
During a recent conversation with Dr. Dawn Sears, I mentioned that I was working on a presentation I wish to give locally, speaking on “How caring for your doctor gets you better care.” Our discussion revealed some important insights all pa…
Clinicians’ transformative health care paths [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Listen to conversations that uncover the unique perspectives of health care professionals and the transformative power of their work. Tamara Beckford, an emergency physician, reveals her re…
Emotional freedom and resilience: a family physician’s inspiring journey [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Join Dhruva Gulur, a family physician, to explore his journey from burnout, addiction, and self-hatred to emotional freedom and personal growth. Discover the unique concept of “Empowe…
Don’t lose your end bonus to the tax-man
As the year draws to a close, many doctors receive year-end bonuses. However, with these bonuses come potential tax implications that can impact the overall financial picture. Understanding the tax landscape Before diving into strategies, it’s es…
Doctors and disabled patients [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Join Heather Finlay-Morreale, a pediatrician. We’ll delve into the uncomfortable reality of doctors’ attitudes towards disabled patients, drawing from her personal experiences a…
Understanding the lives of women in medicine [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Join Angela Walker and Sylvia Morris, co-authors of the book, The Game Plan: A Woman’s Guide to Becoming a Doctor and Living a Life in Medicine. We delve into the complexities of rela…
Ikigai in health care: Mastering work-life balance and purpose for medical professionals
In the high-pressure health care environment, finding purpose and fulfillment is a significant challenge. The Japanese concept of ikigai offers a unique perspective, helping health care professionals discover deeper meaning in their work and personal l…
