October 2nd 2023
Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.
August 8th 2023
Time for a mid-year check-in to make sure you are on track.
April 17th 2023
March 22nd 2023
The 10 worst states for physicians to practice in, according to a new study by WalletHub.
January 16th 2023
Are Clinicians Burning Out over Personal Issues?
Personal problems could be contributing to physicians burning out at work. Identify your real problems, then find the solution.
Ask Your Family for Help with Burnout
Burnout is a problem for physicians at work, but the solution might be found at home.
5 Legal Areas to Watch in 2018
Here are some of the important legal areas to keep an eye on in health care during 2018.
Medical Licensure in Multiple States Made Easy
Everything physicians need to know about the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact and how it can further their career.
Self Defense For Physician Captive Owners
Many doctor-owned captive insurance companies are ticking times bombs of legal and financial liability. Here's what you need to know.
Building Wellness to Combat Burnout
To combat burnout, physicians must relearn what "normal" is. They must reclaim what their bodies, minds, and souls crave.
Locum Tenens Predictions for 2018
Looking back at how locum tenens physicians made an impact in 2017 and predicting trends in 2018.
How to Deliver Effective and Persuasive Presentations
If you're nervous about giving a presentation to staff, colleagues, patients, or to the public, here are a few things to know.
Inbox: Readers Recommend Employment for Young Docs
Readers weigh in on whether young docs should jump into private practice or become employed following med school.
Healthcare Associations Decry Republican Tax Bill
The American College of Physicians (ACP) and other provider groups are not happy the recently-passed tax bill has repealed the individual mandate.
Four Steps to Forsake Procrastinating as a Lifestyle
Physicians and practice administrators are subject to procrastination like the rest of us. Here are steps to avoid this bad habit.
Best Reader Comments on Healthcare of 2017
We took some of the best comments left during the past year and put them in one spot. What did you have to say in 2017?
What will PAs be Doing in 2018?
This year the PA profession celebrated its 50th anniversary. Much has changed, but the future of the profession remains bright.
Healthcare in 2018: MACRA, Tech and More
With the new year fast approaching, health care experts weigh in on what practices can expect from what is sure to be an eventful year.
Avoiding Pitfalls in a Changing Healthcare Landscape
With an ever-evolving healthcare delivery system, avoiding pitfalls is a daily struggle. Here are some tips for your practice.
Sexual Harassment against Physicians from Patients
Dr. Melissa Young on a less heard about target of sexual harassment in the workplace: physicians from aggressive and inappropriate patients.
2017 Legal Round-Up for Physicians
A lawyer outlines some of the most prominent legal cases from 2017 and explains what physicians can learn from them.
Concierge Medicine Helps Burnt-Out Physicians
Concierge medicine can help physicians dealing with burnout in more ways than one. Here's are a few examples.
The History of Locum Tenens in Healthcare
This month's blog post is a history lesson on how the locum tenens physician industry came to be.
Work-Life Balance is Different for Younger Doctors
In part 2 of our roundtable, three doctors vent about EHRs and extol the virtues of having a balanced work and home life.
Younger Docs Talk About Facing Age Discrimination
In part one of our younger physician roundtable, three doctors expand on the toughest challenges faced in their burgeoning careers.
6 Ways to Stop Burnout Before It Spreads
Burnout can spread rapidly. Here are six ways to protect your team and ensure the virus doesn't get too far.
A Christmas Toast to Physicians
A physician offers words of praise to his peers that spent 2017 working long hours caring for those in need.
Women in Medicine Share Stories of Sexual Assault
Although women make up half of medical students and greater than a third of attending physicians, medicine has its fair share of problems.
Bringing Young Docs to Independent Practice
A recent survey indicated 94 percent of final-year medical residents prefer employment over independent practice. Can this be reversed?
Avoiding Medical Office Holiday Party Liability
Medical practices must follow basic rules and good management principles to avoid serious holiday party liability.
Healthcare Providers Share Their Holiday Wish List
We asked members of our advisory board to share their wishes for this holiday season. Here's what they had to say.
Certified PAs Are Experts at Preventive Care
As part of healthcare teams, PAs can prevent morbidities, promote healthy lifestyles, and improve patients' overall health with preventative care.
Creative Staff Benefits Without Adding High Costs
The cost of doing business in healthcare continues to rise as reimbursements continue to drop. How do you keep your staff happy and feel like they are valued?
PAs Clarify Practice Role Amid AMA Ruling
A new resolution from the AMA opposed independent practice by PAs, which is not something the profession is seeking.