Illusion of Stress: When Minor Issues Become Major Drama Every moment is broadcasted and scrutinized. On social media and traditional media, the world is on fire. The line between genuine stress and the amplification of minor issues blur. Instead […]
Navigating the Modern Healthcare Landscape Physicians face unique challenges as employees of large hospital systems and healthcare organizations in today’s healthcare environment. While medicine remains a noble calling, the business aspects of healthcare can often overshadow the core mission of […]
On Being a Pseudo-Physician I am a pseudo-physician. There I said it! Being a pseudo-physician is an achievement (because I escaped the chains of usual employment due to financial independence), and I happily receive the award given to pseudo-doctors. […]
Focus on me being Better Not on me being Bitter You plan on using resiliency to survive a shame storm, but you must survive it every time. After rock bottom, you hurt enough to change, grow, and learn to heal […]
We All Numb—and why not numb? Most doctors “numb” their emotions through overworking. In addition, activities, substances, and other escapes are common. Our go-to numbing technique for physicians is always being busy, including at the hospital. If we stay […]