When I stepped away from my clinical practice, it wasn’t because I didn’t care. It was…
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How declining MMR vaccination rates put future generations at risk
We thought we had moved on from diseases like rubella. But as measles makes a comeback,…
Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression [PODCAST]
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Why starting with why can transform your medical practice
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why do your patients select you and your practice for their…
When the weight won’t budge: the hidden physiology of grief, stress, and set point
We often speak of weight as a matter of simple math—calories in, calories out. But the…
Why regular exercise is the best prescription for lifelong health
An excerpt from Tales from the Trenches: A life in Primary Care. For nearly four decades…
Harassment and overreach are driving physicians to quit
In the noble pursuit of healing, physicians, especially those in pain clinics, are increasingly caught between…
Why more doctors are leaving clinical practice and how it helps health care
The author of a recent article claimed that “we all lose” when an experienced physician prematurely…
Bundled payments in Medicare: Will fixed pricing reshape surgery costs?
Imagine going to a restaurant where, instead of being charged separately for your appetizer, main course,…
Why peer support can save lives in high-pressure medical careers
Locums can be a very challenging space, at least for anesthesiologists. Environments are frequently disrupted. There…