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Improving self-confidence
When I meet with our young doctors, I try to provide feedback not only on their medical acumen but also on their confidence to deploy that...
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Eminently qualified physician
There are other professions where evaluations and feedback are more direct. In the military, performance standards are often quite explicit.
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One percent better
Although uncomfortable, EMR redesigned menus and shortcuts can help - once you're used to them.
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Spring
I grew up in New England where Forsythia bushes flower this time of year – a most welcome sign that the winter’s worst was over.
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Getting a good night’s sleep
Nothing frightens sleep away faster than an all-out effort to find it. And yet, it should be the easiest of all health habits to cultivate.
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Life is beautiful
A perfectly arranged Mayo stand, oh, exactly as you like it. An empty EMR in basket. A flap close on the nose that closes just so.
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Superheroes
Heroes change with the times and are metaphors for the real-life challenges we face and our abilities to overcome them.
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What Alaska can teach us about burnout
Time is a constant, relentless monster, one that has apparently infiltrated my subconscious. Yet, time is relative.
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Diet
Discussing diet, like politics, religion, or salary, is best done just with oneself. Yet, I’m compelled to share what I’ve learned.
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Grind it out
“And five more, four more, three more, two more, one more, and done!” Just when you thought you could not stand the searing pain any longer, it...
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Podcasts
If, like me, you're unable to dedicate your life to consuming podcasts, you might appreciate a few recommendations.
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Flu shots and persuasion
Employ the same techniques you use in persuading your patients to get flu shots to encourage other healthy behaviors.
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Machine learning melanoma
Can melanoma be diagnosed from an app? A Stanford University team believes so.