April 30, 2024Tuesday burnoutphysician burnout Thinking outside the box 6 ways to be a physician without practicing clinical medicine Christopher Behringer, DO, says a mix of clinical and nonclinical work is his professional sweet spot. He shares the benefits of this approach and tips for others who are interested in it. Career Moves By Christopher Behringer, DO
March 29, 2024Friday medical schoolparentingresidencyresidency training A worthwhile juggling act From diapers to degrees: Parenting through medical school and residency Medical school and residency are highly demanding. Adding the full-time responsibility of parenting only further complicates things. Two DOs share how they have successfully managed parenting through their medical training. Resident Notebook By Yisroel Grabie, DO
March 29, 2024Friday moral injury Mental health Confronting burnout and moral injury in medicine Regarding burnout in medicine, “I knew there was more to the story than the frustration of dealing with administrative obstacles,” writes Jerry Balentine, DO.
March 25, 2024Monday Medscaperetirementsurveys Retirement report Nearly 70% of doctors in their 40s want to retire in their 50s or early 60s, survey reveals Medscape report finds that physicians, on average, would like to save $3.9 million to feel comfortable retiring from medicine.
Feb. 29, 2024Thursday DO & student voicesfamilyhealth careretirement Caring for loved ones The ‘doctor’ treatment: How to vet physicians for ourselves and those we love One of the perks of a long career in medicine is having the knowledge and the contacts needed to expertly navigate the health care system when searching for a doctor. Back Nine By Daniel J. Waters, DO, MA
Feb. 29, 2024Thursday DO & student voicespracticeThe DO book club At the helm The DO Book Club, March 2024: ‘Go by Boat’ and ‘Island Medicine’ In his two memoirs, Chuck Radis, DO, writes about moving to a remote Maine island and the challenges he faced while trying to gain acceptance within the community. The DO Book Club By Joan Naidorf, DO
Feb. 29, 2024Thursday hobbieslifestylemedical students Indulgences Making time for the little joys of life amid the bustle of medicine “Small daily indulgences spark inspiration, spontaneity, gratitude, awe and wonder, captivating us back into the present moment,” writes Stephanie Lee, OMS IV. After Hours By Stephanie Lee, DO, MS
Feb. 23, 2024Friday money Saving for a rainy day How to recession-proof your retirement nest egg Deanah Jibril, DO, MS, MBA, shares strategies that physicians can employ to help them prepare for a possible recession.
Jan. 31, 2024Wednesday Dream on Chasing your dreams: Focusing on the journey rather than the end goal Sometimes, our dreams can feel impossible to achieve. Stephanie Lee, OMS IV, shares why she believes the journey is more important than the destination. Burnout By Stephanie Lee, DO, MS
Jan. 2, 2024Tuesday money matters Personal finance 4 money tips for medical students and new physicians A DO professor and private practice physician shares some of the financial guidance he frequently gives to his students. Money Matters By Stephanie Lee, DO, MS