Physician Resources

Do physicians believe AI will solve doctor burnout?

Healthcare is grappling with a burnout crisis that’s driving physicians out of the field at alarming rates. In 2021, 33% of medical practices reported losing at least one doctor to burnout, a condition described as…

Exploring physicians’ view of physician unionization

The landscape of physician employment has undergone a seismic shift. In the early 1980s, about 75% of U.S. doctors operated independently, but today, that same percentage works within large hospital systems or corporate entities. Some…

The future of the NHS

The NHS is facing record-low public satisfaction and significant challenges, leading the Labour government to propose a new 10-year plan. This plan emphasises digitisation, moving care from hospitals to community settings, and prioritising prevention measures.…

Monkeypox: Key insights for physicians in 2024

In 2024, the Mpox virus outbreak—formerly monkeypox—continues to demand the attention of Doctors around the globe. Earlier this year, Africa’s top public health body announced the virus to be spreading quickly, with more than 17,000…

Telehealth in 2024: Key insights for physicians

Telehealth usage skyrocketed by 766% in the initial three months of COVID-19 pandemic, transforming it from a specialty tool to a critical care component. But how will telehealth look in 2024 and beyond? Telemedicine (interaction…

Supporting our female physicians

81% of surveyed physicians agree that women in medicine still face adversity, although 78% have seen progress in their roles, according to members of the Sermo Community. But what are the specific challenges women in…

Unraveling AI’s role in healthcare

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within healthcare is greeted with both applause and speculation as a major unfolding trend. 68% of doctors in a recent poll in the Sermo’s community, acknowledge AI’s role in…

what is a cme credit

What is Continuing Medical Education (CME)?

Part of being an active, practicing physician is a commitment to continuing medical education. Many states in the U.S. require a yearly quota of CME credits to maintain an active medical license.  Managing and obtaining…