What is the relationship between emotional intelligence and physician burnout? As a physician, you are no stranger to the demands and stresses of the medical profession. Long hours, high-pressure situations, and the constant need to balance patient care with administrative tasks can take a toll on even the most resilient individuals. This is where the […]
Healthcare is a pressure cooker. To offset the intense work environment, teamwork is necessary for healthcare provider well-being and optimal patient outcomes. Healthcare teams are unique because they consist of individuals with different training and backgrounds. However, each person shares the same goal: providing excellent patient care. Given the long hours and high stakes, healthcare […]
Does Practicing Gratitude in Medicine help? 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 […]
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 […]
