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Burnout Is Not Going Away. Here Are Three 'Microskills' to Mitigate It.

Too many physicians are not meeting their own basic needs

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The Most Intimidating Test I've Ever Taken: The Anesthesia Oral Boards

Max Feinstein, MD, on his experience and tips for those about to take the boards

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Men Too: Sexual Harassment in the Operating Room

The fear and anxiety that come with harassment cross all boundaries

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MedPod Deep Dive: More Problems With For-Profit Nursing Schools

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The Real Forces That Motivate Us in Healthcare

Doctors are motivated by metaphysical drivers, just like those in many other fields

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MedPod Deep Dive: Inside a For-Profit Nursing School's Financial Struggles

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Nepali Plaintiffs Double Down on 'Severe Harm' Caused by Invalidated USMLE Scores

Updated complaint brings in U.S.-based plaintiff

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I'm an Autistic Doctor. Here's How to Improve Care for Autistic Patients.

There are robust resources available to help

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Let's Fix Maintenance of Certification

It's time to simplify the process, reduce costs, and eliminate redundancies

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MedPod Today: Anti-DEI Rep at Med Meeting; Private Equity Probe; Delayed Rankings

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Nearly Every Medical Specialty Explained in 12 Minutes

Whether you're about to apply for residency or just want a refresher

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Bad Surgeon: Barriers to Addressing Medical Misconduct

Our culture rejects self-criticism, censors frank discussion, and too often hides misconduct

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'Best Medical Schools' Rankings Delayed for Second Year in a Row

U.S. News has not provided an updated timetable for release

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Anti-DEI Initiatives in Medicine Harm Us All

In pursuit of equality and better patient outcomes, these programs must be supported

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Cardiology's Bid to Defect From ABIM Plows Ahead

Application to form a new board is in, and it could be operational as soon as 2025

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Despite Pushback, Anti-DEI Congressman to Speak at Medical Meeting

ACEP maintains it values "a diverse and representative emergency physician workforce"

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HHS Clarifies Informed Consent Requirements for Exams Under Anesthesia

New guidance follows reports of medical students performing exams without patient consent

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Anti-Bias Tools Might Be Helping Boost Diversity in Ophthalmology Programs

But some strategies appeared to have no effect or even a negative impact

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Medical School Gap Year: Why Working as a Medical Assistant Is Perfect

It's a great way to find confidence, mentorship, and real-world experience

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MedPod Today: IMGs Skip Residency? Butt Lift Gone Wrong; Medicine's Gender Gap

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Death Is Inevitable. Doctors Should Be Prepared to Manage It Appropriately.

End-of-life communication is a skill that must be practiced and honed

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Physician Shortage Smaller Than Previously Expected, Report Shows

Still, continued investment in training new physicians is critical, AAMC says

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What's Happening With This Year's 'Best Medical Schools' Rankings?

Changes have been plentiful after a bevy of top performers stopped participating

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Why Not Treat Patients the Same Way We Teach Medical Students?

A case-base approach to problems in living and social determinants of health

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More Interns Recognize Harassment Years After #MeToo

While sexual harassment rates are decreasing, more trainees are recognizing it, study finds

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Can You Buy Your Way Into Residency?

Some claim they were offered positions for $150K to $200K, and there's precedent

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What to Do if You Didn't Match Into Residency (After SOAP)

Take time to process your emotions, assess what went wrong, and make a plan to move forward

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MedPod Today: AAMC Leaked Emails; 'Wild West' of Ketamine; MA Games the System

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#Match2024 Goes Viral; Medical Training Tab Adds Up; Doc Lost in Insurance Maze

Healthcare social media content from around the Web gathered by 番茄社区 staff

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More States Cut Training Requirements for Some International Medical Graduates

Alternative pathways to licensing for IMGs spreads beyond Tennessee

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Pediatrics Taxed in This Year's Match With 249 Unfilled Positions

Unfilled positions were spread across more than 60 pediatric residency programs

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It's Match Week, but That Won't Fix the Physician Shortage

Short-term legislative solutions can help today in the face of stagnant systemic change

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Leaked AAMC Emails Reveal Concern About ERAS Exodus

What AAMC calls "fragmentation," critics call "competition"

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Residency Match Week: Everything You Need to Know

A step-by-step guide to one of the most highly anticipated days in medical school

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10 Mistakes Young Doctors Make

Dr. Mike shares his advice for young physicians

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Eulogy for a Healthcare Worker

Medicine's next generation can do it better

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MedPod Today: Are MA 'Extras' Used? USMLE Cheating Scandal; Keto for Mental Health

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Why Thousands of Junior Doctors in South Korea Are Striking

Senior doctors may join them, which would "virtually collapse the operations of those hospitals

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NYC Medical School Goes Tuition-Free Thanks to $1 Billion Gift

Move intended to attract a diverse pool of applicants who otherwise may not be able to attend

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Amy Schumer's Diagnosis; FDA Yanks Cancer Drug; Nursing Student Murdered

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 番茄社区 staff

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