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Physician Health

Physician burnout: 10 work factors that hinder your well-being

The hours you work and how you are paid are just a couple of the factors that can contribute to your levels of stress and job satisfaction.
Steven Strongwater, MD, at the 2018 International Conference on Physician Health

Physician Health

Empathy: A critical ally in battling physician burnout

Strengthen communication with messages to patients and colleagues that come from the heart. Learn more about this medical group’s innovative use of physician empathy training.
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Physician Health

Cleveland Clinic’s doctor peer coaches build physician resiliency

The preeminent health system’s program battles burnout and helps build doctors’ engagement and relationship-building skills.
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Physician Health

Physician burnout: Which medical specialties feel the most stress

An online survey shows that physician burnout varies significantly by medical specialty. Learn how your specialty compares.
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Ethics

The do’s and don'ts of calling out a patient's bad behavior

Most physicians will encounter patient comments that are rude—or worse. Learn from a doctor who walks in with a ready reply.
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Physician Health

In battle against doctor burnout, reading—for fun—is fundamental

Organizational change is key, but reading for pleasure can boost physician well-being, research shows. Find out how.
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Physician Health

Dodge these 5 organizational miscues to boost physician well-being

About half of physicians report at least one symptom of burnout, which means organizations must address doctors’ needs. Here is how to meet their needs in your organization.
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Physician Health

Eat right and exercise: Advice doctors should also take to heart

This medical group’s effort to address physician burnout includes making self-care a priority, and a big part of that includes eating right and moving more.

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