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Addressing Non-Adherence & Motivating Patients to Take an Active Role in Their Health

Yvette C. Terrie, RPh, shares insights into addressing non-adherence and motivating patients to adhere to medication recommendations and health practices....

Doctor's Voice Oct 1, 2024

Helping Patients Understand That What They WANT Isn’t Always What They NEED

Patients have easy access to health information, so doctors must enhance efforts involving helping patients understand their conditions and treatment options....

McDonald's Musings Sep 25, 2024

Medical Fiction: Jiff & the Biotic Bear

In this medical fiction, a pampered heir's anti-antibiotic crusade ends after an encounter with a bear cub renders him a victim of his own misguided beliefs....

Medical Fiction Sep 25, 2024

Impacting Health With ETR

Understanding Why Young Adults are Choosing Urgent Care Over Primary Care

Access, convenience, affordability, and mental health issues are factors influencing why young adults choose urgent care or emergency service over primary care. ...

Sep 19, 2024

Is This New Practice Model the Cure for Physician Burnout & the Future of Primary Care?

Working in a concierge healthcare system allows doctors to reclaim their primary role in patient care and reconnect with meaning in their practice of medicine....

Sep 18, 2024

Doctor's Voice

The Silent Struggle: Physician Suicide Risk & the Call for Real Informed Consent

Dr. Andrea Austin recognizes National Physician Suicide Awareness Day and discusses the mental health risks and benefits of pursuing a career in medicine....

Sep 17, 2024

From the Editor

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Helping Patients Keep Their Dignity in Their Final Moments

Tips for how physicians can help their patients who are in the process of dying approach death with dignity, and the value of providing hospice care....

Sep 11, 2024

Patient Encounters in the Produce Aisle

Patient encounters outside of our practices can be awkward. Here's advice on what to do when a patient appears next to you, ready to converse....

Aug 8, 2024

What to Do When You Can’t Find a Specialist

How physicians can assist patients in finding a covered specialist under their insurance and strategies doctors can implement to overcome healthcare barriers....

Jul 27, 2024

McDonald’s Musings

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Helping Patients Understand That What They WANT Isn’t Always What They NEED

Patients have easy access to health information, so doctors must enhance efforts involving helping patients understand their conditions and treatment options....

Sep 25, 2024

Vote! It's Good for Your Health

Although we all want to be healthy and improve our community's health, how we do that has fallen victim to political division....

Aug 21, 2024

What is Physician-Led Healthcare, and How Can YOU Contribute?

It’s time for physicians to stand up and resume their role as healthcare system leaders to address a dysfunctional "disease care" system....

Jun 20, 2024

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By sharing their voices, our guest columnists aim to educate, inspire, and raise awareness about important medical issues, ultimately promoting a more informed and engaged medical society.

Doctor’s Voice

Addressing Non-Adherence & Motivating Patients to Take an Active Role in Their Health

Yvette C. Terrie, RPh, shares insights into addressing non-adherence and motivating patients to adhere to medication recommendations and health practices....

Oct 1, 2024

Dr. MedLaw

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Drawing the Line When “Curbsiding”

Dr. MedLaw discusses where the line between safely offering informal consultation, or "curbsiding," and taking on the liability of a consultation gets drawn....

Sep 4, 2024

Dealing With Patients Leaving Against Medical Advice

Patients are allowed to make their own medical decisions, even if the physician doesn't agree with the choice, but try to intervene before a patient leaves AMA....

Jul 9, 2024

Keeping Legal Costs Under Control

A physician is planning on expanding his practice and anticipates significant legal costs. Dr. MedLaw advises on the best way to keep these costs under control....

Jun 4, 2024

Medical Fiction

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Medical Fiction: Jiff & the Biotic Bear

In this medical fiction, a pampered heir's anti-antibiotic crusade ends after an encounter with a bear cub renders him a victim of his own misguided beliefs....

Sep 25, 2024

Medical Fiction: Cots, Closets, and Cardiac Arrest

In this medical fiction, a medical student’s reckless, charmed life spirals after a mishap during residency, exploring the clash between privilege and ambition....

Aug 21, 2024

Medical Fiction: Joe and the German Ruby

In this medical fiction, a trophy hunter and staunch advocate of personal freedom unknowingly shatters a young couple's dream, sparking nightmarish results....

Aug 7, 2024

Words of Wellness

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From Awe to Action: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Dr. David Epstein shares his personal experience with imposter syndrome, and offers physicians advice regarding confronting and overcoming imposter syndrome....

Aug 26, 2024

The Power of Easy Access: Feeling Safe & Secure

Improving and simplifying the lines of communication between patients and providers can help patients feel more safe, secure, and confident with their care....

Jun 21, 2024

Reporting from the Frontlines of Your Life as a Foreign Correspondent

Being a foreign correspondent in one’s life empowers and inspires one to share experiences with others in a way that provides a window into another’s life....

May 7, 2024

A Dose of Knowledge

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Addressing Non-Adherence & Motivating Patients to Take an Active Role in Their Health

Yvette C. Terrie, RPh, shares insights into addressing non-adherence and motivating patients to adhe...

Oct 1, 2024

When the Clinician Becomes the Patient

When clinicians become patients, they report greater empathy for their patients, understanding fears...

Aug 22, 2024

A Little Empathy Goes a Long Way

Empathy is a critical part of healthcare and is very much needed today, especially as mental health ...

Jul 27, 2024

For the Good of the Physician-Patient Relationship

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Helping Patients Navigate Physical Activity Routines

Strategies physicians can use to help patients navigate their physical activity routines and to unde...

Aug 15, 2024

Finding Work-Life Balance as a Physician

Insights on how physicians can find work-life balance, weighing work life and personal lifestyle to ...

Aug 13, 2024

Personal Preferences and Nutrition: Building Healthy Habits for Better Outcomes

Helping patients build healthy habits, such as creating a dietary plan based on well-balanced nutrit...

Jul 30, 2024

Tales From the ICU

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Should Families Be Allowed to Attend Code Events?

Clear guidelines and flexibility regarding family presence at code events in the ICU are essential a...

Sep 3, 2024

11 Tips for When Families or Patients Insist on Inappropriate Code Status

Tips for when families or patients insist on inappropriate code status, the plan of care of medical...

Aug 1, 2024

The Next Steps in Organ Donation After Brain Death

The time between brain death and organ procurement provides an opportunity to intervene in ways that...

Jul 2, 2024

Impacting Health With ETR

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Understanding Why Young Adults are Choosing Urgent Care Over Primary Care

Access, convenience, affordability, and mental health issues are factors influencing why young adult...

Sep 19, 2024

Addressing Prescription Drug Misuse Among Adolescents

Healthcare professionals can play a crucial role in preventing prescription drug misuse among adoles...

Aug 28, 2024

Protecting Privacy During Virtual Healthcare Visits With Adolescents

Privacy is a vital part of patient care, especially for adolescents. Here are tips for physicians on...

Jul 27, 2024

From the Obesity Medicine Association

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Medications in Obesity Treatment: Types, Benefits, and Considerations

Dr. Jill Bryson explains which medications can be beneficial when incorporated into an obesity treatment plan, and factors that determine medication use....

Sep 5, 2024

Addressing Obesity Stigma and its Impact on Mental Health

Addressing obesity stigma through education, advocacy, and inclusion can greatly improve the mental health and well-being of patients with obesity....

Aug 30, 2024

Active Solutions: How Physical Activity Can Address Obesity

Effective obesity management requires a holistic approach, and physical activity is one of the most crucial components needed to maintain a healthy weight....

Jul 18, 2024

From the Journeys of Transformation

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From the Editor

Physician’s Weekly Physician Editor Linda Girgis, MD, discusses the ins and outs of patient care, job satisfaction, and work-life balance from her perspective as a primary care physician.

McDonald’s Musings

Physician’s Weekly editorial board member Alex McDonald, MD, explores the role physicians can play in society beyond the office, clinic, or hospital.

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