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Transition to Attending

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6 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Anuj Bhatnagar, MD, family physician

From hospitals to private practice, Dr. Bhatnagar explains how reclaiming autonomy and pay transparency reshaped his career.
Gillian Alex, MD

Transition to Attending

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5 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Gillian Alex, MD, thoracic surgeon

For Dr. Alex, strong mentorship at Rush University System for Health made all the difference in her decision to join the team.
Roxanne Tyroch, MD

Transition to Attending

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8 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Roxanne Tyroch, MD, internist

Dr. Tyroch built her own private practice to reflect her values—proving that with vision and courage, physicians can shape their ideal work life.
Suzanna Fox, MD

Transition to Attending

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5 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Suzanna Fox, MD, ob-gyn

Dr. Fox chose Advocate Health after building early trust and connection during residency, shaping her 34-year ob-gyn career in Charlotte.
Measuring blood pressure at doctor's office

Prevention & Wellness

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4 Min Read

What doctors should know about continuous BP measurement devices

Despite some limitations, journal review shows devices can unearth BP patterns that office or home readings can miss.
Smiling young child in hospital bed

Specialty Profiles

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9 Min Read

What it's like in pediatric hospital medicine: Shadowing Dr. Puzdrakiewicz

For Michelle Puzdrakiewicz, MD, of Ochsner Children’s, pediatric hospital medicine can be practiced anywhere, and with some work, it allows for having a family.
Person pointing to oximeter while on a telehealth appointment

CPT®

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5 Min Read

How the CPT code set evolves to support digital health innovation

The Current Procedural Terminology code set supports innovation by defining care and serving as an information engine to test new payment models.
Jeremy Screws, MD

Specialty Profiles

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4 Min Read

What it's like in pediatric gastroenterology: Shadowing Dr. Screws

For Jeremy Screws, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, the extended training required to become a pediatric gastroenterologist has its rewards.