The U.S. health care system is a paradox. It’s the most expensive in the world—costing over…
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Stop telling burned-out doctors to be more resilient
Doctors are often praised for their resilience. It’s become a buzzword in medicine, touted as some…
Why accommodations aren't special treatment but essential for equity
“Think of it this way,” the school’s pediatrician said to me, his voice flat in my…
From nurse practitioner to quality improvement leader in sleep medicine
I am a doctor of nursing practice and board-certified nurse practitioner with over a decade of…
When conscience compels doctors to walk out
There is a kind of silence in hospitals that no overhead page can interrupt. The silence…
How showing up teaches children about grief and empathy
My children’s Montessori teacher lost her son to suicide several years ago. When I heard of…
How one man’s dying wish was denied by the health care system
WATERLOO, Iowa — John-Paul Sager appreciates the care he has received at Department of Veterans Affairs…
Don’t ignore hematuria: When to worry about blood in your urine
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988…
Why we need a transparent standard for presidential cognitive health [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! Nationally recognized…
Physician hiring bias in one of America’s most progressive cities
I have been fortunate to practice in several areas of medicine in my career. This has…