Dave Schafer

Greatest impact will be felt in small towns and rural clinics.

Physicians’ opinions on social issues and their role in advocacy are as varied as opinions across any other group of Americans that spans the width of the nation.But what does that mean when it comes to advocacy?

Patients want their physicians to take a greater role in healthcare advocacy. Getting involved can empower doctors, too.

Physicians are people, too. They need a way to relax after a hard day’s work. Twelve of them have found a way to unwind: in front of a crowd, by playing cover songs, and raising money for charitable causes.

As a growing number of healthcare providers are feeling burned out, two physicians have found a way to recharge through music.

One Ohio family practice has found a way to help food-insecure patients with diabetes by adding a food pantry to its office, meaning patients no longer have to choose between nutritious food and medicine to stay healthy.

Strategies to help solo practice physicians step away from the office for a vacation, medical leave, or unexpected emergencies.