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What doctors wish patients knew about myocarditis

Inflammation of the heart sounds scary—and it can be. Lauren Weber, MD, a cardiologist at Confluence Health, discusses what to know about myocarditis. 

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Chronic Diseases
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One doctor’s journey from burnout to purposeful practice

With Privia Health, physicians in private practice reclaim autonomy, elevate patient care and rediscover professional fulfillment. 

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Physician Health
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Therapy caps hinder recovery: Physicians push for policy reform

Millions face preventable disability due to inadequate rehab access. A nonprofit is working to standardize exceptions and improve coverage.

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Medicare & Medicaid
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What doctors wish patients knew about wearing sunscreen

Most people do not wear sunscreen properly. Two dermatologists explain what to look for and how to properly apply sunscreen, no matter the season.

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Prevention & Wellness
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How health systems can help doctors reclaim joy, purpose and balance

Empowered by methodical problem solving and refining use of technology, R. John Sawyer, PhD, is taking on physician burnout head on at Ochsner Health.

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Physician Health
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Shaping the future of medicine through education

At Sutter Health, Lindsay Mazotti, MD, is driving GME expansion to address physician shortages, advance health care for all through medical education. 

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What it’s like in academic family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Rouhbakhsh

Rambod Rouhbakhsh, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, says academic family medicine can be situated in community-based hospitals, allowing flexibility in where to live.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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What doctors wish patients knew about e-cigarettes

Also known as vapes, e-cigarettes may seem safe to use, but they are not. Bilal Bangash, MD, of Bayhealth, shares more about vaping. 

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Behavioral Health
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Recruitment through culture: Rush’s secret to physician satisfaction

Amid evolving health care challenges, physicians at Rush University System for Health are leading change through innovation, mentorship and community.

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Physician Health
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