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Dating as a Physician
He looked at me and said in a thick Southern drawl, “Don’t get your honey where you make your money.” I smiled and nodded, never to forget the advice from my friend Chris about dating classmates. It can’t be that […]
Read moreHow to Effectively Teach the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
Do you remember walking into your first clinical internship? You may have been nervous or excited, over-confident or completely clueless. So much of the experience of your internships depended on the clinical instructor. We may not all be natural teachers […]
Read moreWhen to use a recruiting firm for your job search
When it comes to your job search as a healthcare professional, you often have several options available to you. These can come in the form of networking, referrals, direct applications, and the use of a recruiting firm. As job seekers, […]
Read moreJ-1 (Exchange Visitor) Visa for International Medical Graduates
The most sought after visas by International Medical Graduates (IMGs) are the H-1B and J-1 visas, two visas that differ significantly. A previous post discussed H-1B visas for IMGs. In the present post I’ll discuss the basic requirements for J-1 […]
Read moreJob Options for Physicians Are Endless, but Frequent Changes Aren’t Wise
The frequent changing of rotations and departments delivers a fresh experience that has immense appeal for residents. Shifting one’s mindset to the routine of life as an attending physician requires adjustment, but is critical for career growth and longevity. Today’s […]
Read moreCareer Options in Respiratory Therapy
Whether you’re a new grad or an experienced respiratory therapist, it’s nice to know what your employment options include. Although respiratory therapists often work with patients who have lung diseases, such as asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis, they also do […]
Read moreAdvice to me on my first day of work
I clearly remember my first day as a newly graduated physical therapist. I could not believe that I had landed a job working in a children’s hospital. I was excited and anxious to start, but walking into that large hospital […]
Read moreSuffering in Silence: Can Physicians Truly Seek Mental Health Care?
It started with nightmares. I would wake up frightened, covered in sweat, and searching my empty room for an intruder. It progressed. I started setting traps on my doors to see if anyone was coming in to my apartment when […]
Read morePhysician Leadership – Improve Your Management Skills with These 7 Steps
Physicians are, in corporate parlance, the project managers of the healthcare world. They lead cross-functional teams that treat patients. However, many doctors struggle with how to manage others’ work. There are lessons from the business world that transfer to the […]
Read moreHow to Overcome Language Barriers in Patient Care
How Do You Say, “Do you speak English?” We have all seen it or done it – trying to communicate with someone who does not speak your language. Struggling through gestures, pointing, talking slowly, over enunciating, throwing in a random […]
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