Practice Management
News
Clinician burnout can impact quality of care
A meta-analysis suggests that burnout may be associated with lower quality of care, but the effect may be less because of study limitations.
News
Medical boards change or consider amending mental health-related licensing questions
Florida’s current medical licensing application may deter physicians from seeking care if they develop conditions such as depression, says Delicia...
Commentary
Part 4: We Can All Be Leaders
Anyone can be a leader, if he or she has the passion and determination to get involved.
Commentary
Part 3: Leadership Is a Team Effort
Leaders don’t exist without a team. And sometimes, leaders must recognize that another team member has the skills and wherewithal to guide the...
Perspectives
Narrative Medicine: A Re-emerging Philosophy of Patient Care
The movement toward a scientific focus on data in health care was intended to reduce errors and improve care. But it also took the patient out of...
Commentary
Part 2: The Leader as Pioneer
Sometimes leading literally means being the first person to forge a particular path. But as Marie-Eileen Onieal has learned, when you have the...
Article
Advanced team-based care: How we made it work
Our move away from a traditional practice model has improved quality metrics and enhanced our financial sustainability.
Commentary
Part 1: Finding Your Inner Leader
The wealth of literature about “leadership” still leaves unanswered questions. Are some born to lead, while others have leadership thrust upon...
News
Lancet joins movement to reject ‘manels’
The Lancet Group also issued a diversity pledge, aiming to include more women, people of color, and colleagues from lower- and middle-income...
News
Medical societies urge action to reduce gun violence
Comprehensive criminal background checks for all firearm purchases, freedom to counsel patients are key asks.