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Avoiding Burnout as a Clinician
Burnout is a long-term stress that builds, emotionally depleting seasoned clinicians and making it difficult, or even impossible, for them to provide the quality of care they want to provide. Here are a few strategies for avoiding burnout for clinicians.
Read moreTo Ban or Not to Ban Noncompete Clauses?
The FTC has proposed a new rule that would ban non-compete clauses, affecting nearly all physicians. The FTC’s decision is based on the view that restrictive covenants are harmful for several reasons, but the potential consequences if the rule is passed are complex and multifaceted.
Read moreThe Match of 2023 was an Overall Failure. What Happened?
The National Resident Matching Program saw a marked increase in positions and applicants in 2023, but an overall decrease in residencies filled and many ER’s are going understaffed. Declining numbers and exorbitant costs for student doctors make 2023 an overall failure for the match, but where did it all go wrong?
Read moreZoom Etiquette 101: Staying Professional in Virtual Meetings (and stories of those who didn’t!)
With many professions now offering the ability to work from anywhere in the world, virtual conference platforms like Zoom have become commonplace for meetings, interviews, and even medicine. However, it’s time to address some of the unprofessional practices that have been normalized while conducting meetings online.
Read more9 Tips to Build Your Clinical Leadership Skills
Clinical leadership roles enhance your ability to make changes in the workplace and are a great opportunity to take your career to the next level. Succeeding in these roles can be difficult, but compiled 9 steps to help you overcome potential difficulties and succeed in a clinical leadership position.
Read moreThe DEA Telemed Prescription Rules Are Here To Stay
The Drug Enforcement Administration is changing regulation for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine. Here’s what medical professionals need to know about the adjustments to these policies.
Read moreHealthy Habits for Physicians and Residents to Avoid Burnout
Over half of U.S. physicians and residents suffer from burnout. Danielle Kelvas, MD, offers tips on how to recognize and prevent burnout by prioritizing self-care, setting healthy boundaries, and staying connected with colleagues.
Read moreThe Cons of Consistency in Scheduling in Medicine: Why You Might Miss Shift Work
Shift work as a physician can be rather draining, but a consistent routine comes with its own drawbacks you might not expect. From feeling trapped on weekends to missing the diversity of your inconsistent work schedule, learn what you need to know before making the switch.
Read moreThe Conscience Rule and Why Doctors Need to Be Aware
The conscience rule was a proposed bill that allowed providers the choice to not perform procedures based on religious or moral grounds, but many states challenged it and it fell through. Many providers are now facing the fallout and could be forced to perform procedures against their will, at the risk of being fired or even imprisonment in some cases. Here’s what you need to know about the conscience rule, and what to do if legislation is interfering with your personal ethics.
Read moreSetting Professional Goals for 2023
The new year is a great time to set professional goals, but it’s important to plan with purpose if you intend to make any meaningful progress. By reflecting on the past year’s successes and failures and setting SMART goals, you can make sure your objectives for 2023 don’t go the way of most New Year’s Resolutions.
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