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Mastering mask communicating
For those specialties not accustomed to wearing a mask all day, it’s frustrating: How many times have you had to repeat yourself today?
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Conspiracy theories
That many patients fervently believe conspiracy theories poses several problems for us.
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Skin hunger
Skin hunger describes our universal need to be touched and the health consequences of being starved of it.
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Audrey Hepburn’s lessons for a COVID clinic
Our world needs grace more than ever and what better place to start but with us.
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Overcoming COVID-related stress
As a department chief managing during this crisis, everyone greets me sympathetically: “This must be so stressful for you! Are you doing OK?” “Um...
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Give me an occupation, Miss Dashwood
I've practically had to install a velvet rope at my door to organize the queue of people wanting to talk to me about their ideas to help.
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My inspiration
I seem to push harder and faster when watching idols pass by.
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New year, old you
If you resolved to do something this year, chances are it was to make a better you – a self-improvement goal such as to lose weight.
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Wellness vacations
When I made peace with the reality that I couldn’t access EPIC or email, it was like a ringing in the ears had lifted.
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‘Tis the season to reflect and take stock
It is a beautiful, hard, and joyous life we have as physicians.
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Yoga life lessons
As it turns out, yoga can transform your life.
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Mid-career advice
You’ve arrived at an important milestone when someone asks you to give a grand rounds titled ... “Mid-Career Advice.” Yes, I’ve been asked.
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Flying solo
The journey from apprehension to mastery must pass through discomfort.
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The expert trap
If you want to be a better doctor, try working on your sense of self-importance. Remember your limitations and those of medicine.
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Improving self-confidence
When I meet with our young doctors, I try to provide feedback not only on their medical acumen but also on their confidence to deploy that...