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Thought-provoking perspectives from leading health and medical experts

A male physician with hand on heart and palm raised taking an oath.

Do You Know What the Hippocratic Oath Really Says?

Milton Packer wonders where our guidance on medical ethics should come from

Photos of Solmaz Amirnazmi, MD, before and after weight loss.

Redefining 'Self-Care' for Doctors

How this physician's awakening helped her lose weight and take control of her health

A frustrated and annoyed looking young male doctor throwing his hands up

The Buck Stops Where?

But I didn't order that test!

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Residency Is Broken. We're Unionizing to Fix It.

More fair working conditions and pay are long overdue

A photo of a persons hand holding a magnifying glass over a HIPAA REQUIREMENTS document.

HIPAA Protections End Where the Money Begins

I'm alarmed my personal health info is being used for targeted marketing

A close up of a heartbeat flat-lining on a vital signs monitor

My First 'Time of Death'

Nothing can prepare you for how to treat these patients

A young Black female physician with her face in her hands

I Ran Out of Compartments

It's unsustainable to endlessly compartmentalize in the medical profession

A photo of a pregnant woman in a bikini posing poolside.

Ethics Consult: Perform Involuntary C-Section on Model?

You make the call

A photo of Russian President Vladimir Putin in his office holding a box of Russian medication.

Why Have Pharmaceutical Giants Continued Their Operations in Russia?

According to Milton Packer, the Western healthcare industry needs to find its moral compass

A computer rendering of a clock with words on it that reads: If not now, when?

Stop the 'I Will' Habit

Nabil Fanous, MD, on how to overcome procrastination

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Florida's Surgeon General Is Sending a Dangerous Message

Pediatricians and leaders must reinforce that the COVID vaccine is safe and effective in kids

A sign hanging in the rear window of a school bus which reads: THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN CHECKED FOR SLEEPING CHILDREN

Getting the Checklist Out of the Way

EHR templates may be necessary, but let's store them in an out-of-the-way place

A photo of five physicians meeting in a conference room.

Reframing the 'Difficult Case'

A different perspective can foster new possibilities for patient care

A computer rending of a transparent abdomen with a ventral hernia.

It's Not Just a Hernia

Patients continue to face poor outcomes after surgery

A young adult male sitting on the steps of a university reading a letter containing bad news.

Coping With Rejection Requires Resilience

What it means to be a "long-hauler," far beyond medical school and Match Day

A portrait of a young male physician smiling and giving the thumbs up gesture.

Staying Positive Might Actually Be a Negative for Physicians

All emotions can serve important purposes

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The Candle Singed the Moth of Suicidology

Russell Copelan shares his thoughts on 番茄社区's readership

A computer rendering of a mans hand adjusting the RISK level with a large knob.

A Tale of Two Accountable Care Organizations

There is still hope for the future of value-based care

A photo of a senior male physician looking at an x-ray image.

Do Patients Trust Older Physicians More Than Younger Physicians?

According to Milton Packer, it is self-confidence -- not age -- that really matters

A photo of a woman regarding graves in a cemetery.

Contemplating Death Taught Me How to Live

How suicidal ideation led to a newfound appreciation for life

A thoughtful looking mature female physician stands with her hand on her chin looking into a mirror.

Should Patients Be Our Top Priority?

Your future self and your patients will thank you for putting self-care first

A photo of the empty waiting room at an outpatient surgery center.

Postponing 'Non-Essential' Procedures Isn't the Only Option

Outpatient surgery can be a safe and effective route for many orthopedic procedures

A portrait of a male surgeon, arms folded, ready for surgery in front of an operating room lamp.

Let's Realign the Surgeon-Hospital Relationship

Shifting to a language of shared purpose is a good place to start

An enthusiastic young female physician holding a bottle of hand sanitizer.

Why Selling Will Make You a Happier Doctor

The skill of enrolling patients to participate in their health

A photo of Volodymyr Zelensky performing a a comedy show.

Is Comedy a Prerequisite to a Successful Medical Career?

Milton Packer explores the innumerable reasons why laughter is essential to medicine

A photo of a book on fire.

Permission to Burn the Manual

Enlightenment is the process of unlearning

A senior woman at home listens to her female physician during a telehealth visit via laptop

Location Shouldn't Matter in Telemedicine

Let's keep allowing telehealth to flourish and let the bureaucrats sort out the licensing issues

A female psychiatrist touches the shoulder of a young boy turned away from her.

'Small Data' Goes a Long Way in Rare Disease Research

A close doctor-patient relationship can make all the difference

A photo of a female healthcare worker in full protective gear leaning against a wall with her eyes closed.

I Risked My Career to Save My Life

Prioritizing mental health over professional achievement

A photo of a stethoscope laying on an open anatomy text book

We Need More Illustrations of People of Color in Medical Textbooks

The lack of diversity perpetuates health inequality and stereotypes

A photo of Chidinma Nwakanma, MD

A Case of Mistaken Identity or Blatant Bias?

It's time to address gender and racial biases in medicine

A portrait of a young Black female radiologist looking at x-rays.

Where Are All the Black Radiologists?

We can play a role in increasing diversity in the field

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Patient Names Are More Than Just Names

Addressing them correctly can build the doctor-patient relationship

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Bad Falls and Bad Calls: Speculation on Bob Saget's Death

Second-guessing the forensic pathologist was bad science and lazy journalism

A photo of a young Black mother breastfeeding her baby daughter.

The Lactation Gap: Disparities in Maternal Health

Breastfeeding has short- and long-term health benefits for both mother and child

A photo of a frightened looking young female physician with her hands up.

A Physician's Top 10 Fears

Here's what I'm most afraid of

A young male physician speaks to his mature female patient in an examination room.

Clearing Out the Chaos

Let's make primary care more inviting for Internal Medicine residents

A photo of a male healthcare worker holding up a handmade cardboard sign which reads: HELP!

No One Is Coming to Help

Rural hospitals have been fighting a losing battle during the COVID pandemic

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Large Employers Are Suiting Up to Fix Healthcare

Do they have a shot?

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Ethics Consult: Force Doctors to Remove Bullet From Suspect's Leg? MD/JD Weighs In

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