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Four Ways to Practice Gratitude in Medicine
Physicians work in an increasingly challenging environment. Consider the following recent headlines: “The tripledemic has brought back peak COVID fears and social tension.” “Congressional budget will cut Medicare reimbursement for physicians.” “Report: Hospitals face worst year financially since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, jeopardizing access to patient care.” “The spiraling problem of doctor […]
Coaching for Quiet Quitting in Medicine
Quiet quitting is having a moment. Headlines like “ Is Quiet Quitting real?”, “When Quiet quitting is worse than the real thing” and “Quiet Quitting is a Fake Trend” have popped up regularly on social media and news feed. This trend has impacted all professions, including healthcare. Understanding what quiet quitting is, its causes, and […]
Emotional Intelligence in Medicine
Have you ever said something during rounds you wished you could take back or failed to recognize a brewing interpersonal conflict before it exploded? You are not alone! Medicine is practiced in teams. Due to their education and training, physicians are the de facto team leaders. It is assumed that their academic credentials will make […]
Advisors, Mentors, and Coaches in Medicine
Medical training and practice are complex. It sometimes feels like following an unmarked, winding path without a map or GPS. Students, residents, and practicing physicians rely upon outside guidance to navigate the system’s complexities and for personal and professional development. That guidance can come from a short piece of advice, a long-term established mentoring relationship, or […]
