What defines the qualities of a good doctor largely depends on who you’re speaking to. Each patient population, region and cultural context may demand unique characteristics, from empathy to communication. But no matter where you…
Physicians practice many skills on the job, but learning shouldn’t stop at what happens at work. One doctor on Sermo shares, “Managing finances is an important aspect of life and well-being, but it’s not routinely…
As they prioritize the needs of others, many physicians overlook their own mental well-being. As one Sermo member and family medicine doctor says, “Mental health care is very important in medical training and practice because…
Approximately 30% of physicians face lawsuits. “Any doctor can be sued for even petty reasons. Doesn’t mean you’re a bad doctor—it comes with the territory,” one family medicine doctor posted on Sermo. A Sermo survey…
It’s no secret that burnout has significant personal, clinical and organizational consequences for physicians. Beyond improving general quality of life, reducing burnout can lead to better patient care and workplaces for doctors. Addressing burnout in…
Telehealth modalities are increasingly commonplace across specialties, with 74% of physicians’ practices offering remote care access through video conferencing—up from 14.3% in 2018. Physicians hold opposing views on telehealth. One family medicine doctor posted on…
Why patient satisfaction in healthcare should be the #1 concern of physicians Patient satisfaction is a highly subjective metric that nonetheless plays an important role in the medical care landscape. This satisfaction is rarely just…
There was a time when almost all doctors would exclusively focus on patient care. A doctor from the Sermo community states, “Not so much anymore. Several physicians, for numerous reasons, are jumping ship and doing…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare, particularly in diagnosing conditions and predicting patient outcomes. Yet, the medical community remains divided. A Sermo survey found that 47% of physicians believe AI can accurately predict patient outcomes…
When Sermo physicians were asked, “Do you feel confident that current leadership strategies in your institution are equipped to address future challenges in healthcare?“ This demonstrates a lack of consensus on the future of healthcare…
Social media is increasingly shaping the way physicians engage with healthcare information, professional networking and patient interactions. TikTok, in particular, has emerged as a leading platform for medical influencers, with figures such as Dr. Austin…
As Sermo’s Medical Advisory Board Member, Dr. Ashish Rana, MD, says, “Retirement planning feels like navigating a moving target—it’s full of uncertainty and constant change.” And this is especially true for physicians, who often face…