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The Catholic Church and Its Hospitals
This SoundPractice episode examines the role of bishops and ERDs in shaping Catholic healthcare policies, revealing impacts on patient care, particularly in reproductive and end-of-life situations. The discussion also...
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Once Upon a Time: Storytelling to Connect with Your Patients
Storytelling helps patients cope with illness, treatment, or death by providing meaning and comfort, enhancing doctor-patient communication and making medical interactions more meaningful.
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Increasing Employee Commitment: 25 Strategies
Employee commitment is crucial for healthcare organizations, impacting trust, loyalty, and productivity. Strategies like clear communication, values-based hiring, career planning, and leadership emphasizing care, owne...
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When the Detour Becomes the New Road
The author's non-linear medical career journey, balancing motherhood and professional goals, led to diverse roles and fulfillment in the AMWA, emphasizing adaptability and mentorship.
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What Makes Up Your Organization’s Genome?
Imagine if healthcare organizations could harness the power of genomics to transform their culture. Just like understanding a patient's DNA helps in crafting personalized care plans, applying a "genome model" to medic...
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Should Doctors and Nurses Love Their Patients?
Dealing with challenging patient interactions. Traditional workshops and training models often miss the mark in providing effective strategies, leading to frustration and bias. Even for the most "difficult" patients, ...
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The Business of Healing: Medical Students’ Opinions on the Need for Formal Business Training in the Medical School Curriculum
There is growing interest among medical students for dedicated business courses, emphasizing the importance of integrating business principles into medical education.
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Tempering Medicine with Mercy: How Moral Luck Promotes More Equitable Healthcare Decisions
Moral luck in healthcare highlights uncontrollable factors in health outcomes, promoting compassion and equity.
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Handling Litigation — How to Live (Well) with a Lawsuit
One-third of physicians face lawsuits in their careers. This article offers recommendations on balancing life and career during litigation and navigating the legal process effectively.
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Improving Healthcare and Evolving the Physician’s Role
The healthcare industry is constantly evolving, and so must we as physicians and leaders.
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Fighting Medical Misinformation: What Physician Leaders Need to Know
Health misinformation threatens healthcare; physicians can leverage patient trust to combat it effectively.
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A Demonstration Project on Wellness-Centered Leadership by a Medical Staff
A physician-led Employee Wellness Committee was established at a hospital to foster wellness-centered leadership, aiming to reduce stress and burnout while showing appreciation to all staff. This approach not only pro...
