What a dying patient's handshake taught me about life and love

I was working in my oncology ward as usual when I received a call from the…

Why real growth in psychotherapy takes time, courage, and teamwork

What is the purpose of psychotherapy? What are the goals? Psychotherapy is a talking process between…

How the 10th Apple Effect is stealing your joy in medicine

“Happiness is the absence of striving for happiness.”– Chuang Tzu A hunter once lost his way…

How functional precision oncology is revolutionizing cancer treatment [PODCAST]

Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! Physician and…

How medical culture hides burnout in plain sight

I remember the first time I was shamed for asking a question. It was during my…

When a doctor becomes the narrator of a patient's final chapter

“I will catch you on the flip side,” I said these words as I planted a…

Why innovation in health care starts with bold thinking

Let’s bust a myth: Health care is not just about rules, protocols, and playing it safe.…

Why tracking cognitive load could save doctors and patients

Medicine demands precision. However, we overlook one of its most critical variables: physician cognitive load. As…

When service doesn't mean another certification

Doctors are born to serve. We say yes to the late shifts, cover for colleagues, sign…

How blockchain could rescue nursing home patients from deadly miscommunication

Imagine a health care team treating your elderly loved one—without the full picture. This is the…