Burnout starts early, but targeted coaching programs can make a difference. Discover how coaching is reshaping the journey of future doctors. Medscape
Tag: Family Medicine/Primary Care
ICU to AI: How Tech Is Easing Cognitive Load for Physicians
What if AI could handle your documentation? Explore how ambient tools are lightening cognitive loads, allowing physicians to focus on patient care. Medscape
Proactive Care: Using Real-Time Data to Identify Burnout Hotspots
Burnout data can help leaders intervene before it’s too late. See how real-time well-being insights can improve retention and patient care. Medscape
Tracking Burnout: Self-Assessment of Physician Wellness
A simple tool can help physicians monitor their well-being and make necessary course corrections. Discover how self-assessment fosters resilience. Medscape
Does Your Tech Help? Why Clinician Input Truly Matters
Physicians often feel that tech adds to their workload. Discover how clinician-driven tech development can reduce cognitive load and improve care. Medscape
Vaping Linked to Higher Risk of Blurred Vision & Eye Pain
A multi-institutional study showed that adults who use e-cigarettes faced an elevated risk for developing uveitis within just 7 days of exposure to the device. Medscape Medical News
Vaping Linked to Higher Risk for Blurred Vision and Eye Pain
A multi-institutional study showed that adults who use e-cigarettes faced an elevated risk for developing uveitis within just 7 days of exposure to the device. Medscape Medical News
Recognizing Burnout: Why Physicians Often Miss the Signs in Themselves
Burnout is hard to recognize, especially for doctors. Learn how to identify the signs early and what to do when you’re struggling. Medscape
Breaking the Cycle: Self-Compassion Matters for Physicians
Being hard on oneself is ingrained in medical culture. Discover how self-compassion can transform your approach to medicine and improve well-being. Medscape
Beyond Metrics: A Physician’s Path to Lasting Well-Being
Many physicians feel pressure to meet external standards. Discover one doctor’s journey to overcoming burnout by embracing coaching and self-compassion. Medscape
Burnout’s High Cost: Why Prevention Is Worth the Investment
Physician burnout costs the US healthcare system $4.6 billion annually. Discover why investing in wellness is more than just an ethical choice — it’s a financial imperative. Medscape
Reduce Burnout With Collaborative Workflow Redesign
How can workflow changes reduce burnout in outpatient settings? Learn how a team-based approach improved efficiency, job satisfaction, and patient care. Medscape
Physician Well-being Data: Insights to Improve Your Practice
Can wellness be measured like quality? Learn how organizations can use well-being metrics to support physicians and reduce burnout. Medscape
Pre-op Evaluations: Does This Patient Really Need One?
Primary care clinicians are frequently asked to conduct evaluations for patients scheduled for surgery. But which patients really need this, how extensive should it be, and should any meds be held? Medscape Family Medicine
Private Equity: Medicine’s Professional Groups Must Weigh In
Ethicist Art Caplan urges professional societies to weigh in on private equity ownership of medical practices. Medscape Business of Medicine
Leadership’s Key Role in Combating Physician Burnout
Is leadership the missing piece in addressing physician burnout? Explore why healthcare leaders must champion clinician well-being. Medscape
AI and Digital Tools to Cut Down Physician Admin Burden
Are digital tools the key to reducing hours spent on clerical tasks? Discover how new technology can help physicians focus more on patient care and less on documentation. Medscape
Ethicist: Should ‘Body Roundness Index’ Replace Flawed BMI?
Ethicist Art Caplan discusses a newer measure for assessing health problems due to weight: the body roundness index. Medscape Business of Medicine
Infographic: Salary Satisfaction for Female Doctors
Female physicians earned about 3% higher compensation on average in 2023, but a gender pay gap and dissatisfaction with salary remain issues. Medscape
AI in Our Practice: Are We Already Part of the Experiment?
Is AI already transforming clinical practice? Hear expert predictions on how AI will reshape healthcare in the next 3-5 years. Medscape Oncology