More and more of my patients are also relying on self-testing rather than making appointments. I worry that some major medical issues will be missed. Are you concerned about this trend? https://www.was...
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As a new-ish primary care MD in the US, I often wonder if I should call my physician patients "doctor" and introduce myself as "doctor." What are your thoughts on the etiquette?
Is it time to start being concerned about this virus?
apnews.comMan in Mexico died of a bird flu strain that hadn't been confirmed before in a human, WHO ...States are starting to see the value of letting internationally licensed physicians help fill their doctor shortages. How do you feel about this? https://www.wsj.com/articles/foreign-doctors-can-help-...
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Here we are busting our butts and sacrificing our teens and 20s to get into top universities, residencies, and fellowships. Only for patients to ask to see the next available “provider” with 2 years o...
read moreSomeone who actually read the FTC non-compete rules, would non-compete apply in my situation? I am working as W2 employee for a non-PE private practice in Texas. I make over 150k, but don’t have any e...
read moreWith ongoing uncertainty about the origins of the pandemic, do you agree with prevailing intelligence views favoring a natural emergence of the virus (via animal-to-human transmission)? If not, what i...
read moreThis is an incredible outcome! How can stories like this inspire medical breakthroughs and redefine our approach to treating 'incurable' illnesses?
news.sky.comDoctor still cancer-free almost a year after incurable brain tumour diagnosis - thanks to ...What's the current consensus on maintaining mask protocols in your respective specialties and work environments?
Considering all the long hours we put in through residency and beyond, a flexible schedule sounds tempting. Would you consider choosing between a traditional "9-to-5" role and a locum tenens position?
dmagazine.comWhy Physicians Are Ditching Their 9-5Physician compensation grew 6% in 2023 but inflation reduced buying power. Are there ways we can better address compensation to prevent burnout?
healthexec.comPhysician compensation increased in 2023, but inflation eats into real incomeInteresting read... New data shows that US fentanyl pill seizures increased by more than 8000% between 2017 and 2023. Have you noticed an uptick in neurological symptoms related to fentanyl overdoses ...
read moremedscape.comUS Fentanyl Seizures SkyrocketWhat type of physicians do other doctors typically hold in low regard?
What's the most unexpected thing you've learned from a patient?
Are we looking at our next pandemic? Thoughts?
abcnews.go.comCDC preparing for 'possibility of increased risk to human health' from bird fluWhat's your opinion on this latest news about fish oil? Do you ever recommend it to your patients?
medicalnewstoday.comHeart disease: Fish oil supplements may increase initial riskI'm curious about the latest interview attire trends for men. Is it a full suit and tie or are collared shirts (sans tie) acceptable? Specifically, for a laboring position at a major hospital.
smartsciencecareer.comJob interview outfits in science - what to wear?It seems there are many reasons to be concerned about patient safety since Ascension, the biggest Catholic hospital system in the US, hasn't had a working EMR or access to patient data for the past tw...
read morehealthcare-brew.comDelayed care, closed pharmacies, hospitals on diversion: Two weeks into the ransomware att...I wish we as humans can understand and prioritize our diets with regards to how it affects our overall health.