Lately, I have seen a few instances where physicians have been tricked by a term in…
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The case for a standard pre-med major in U.S. universities
Throughout my academic career I learned that medicine can be pursued through any major. Although the…
Confronting the return of measles and vaccine misinformation [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! Infectious disease…
The hidden moral injury behind value-based health care
She works for a not-for-profit health system, but nothing about what she described to me felt…
Building trust in dyad leadership partnerships
What’s a dyad and how do I fit into it? What do I do? These are…
How doctors can turn criticism into collaboration
You’re in the OR. A colleague, maybe a resident, suggests a different approach. You’ve already considered…
Institutional reporting systems discourage clinical honesty
A few years ago, I said something in a meeting that made the air go still.…
How molecular discoveries are transforming preeclampsia prediction and care
When reviewing poor maternal health outcomes in the U.S., it is clear we cannot keep doing…
Why physicians struggle with caregiving and how to cope with grace
As physicians, we are trained to care—for patients, colleagues, and our communities. When it comes to…
Nurse-initiated protocols for sepsis: a strategic imperative for patient care and hospital operations
Sepsis continues to pose a serious threat to patients and a significant challenge to hospital systems.…