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Collaborative education models in healthcare: what works best?

Collaborative education models unite healthcare professionals (HCPs), sectors and educational institutions to enhance clinical skills, foster research and improve patient outcomes. These partnerships offer opportunities for training, professional growth and interdisciplinary collaboration, which go a…

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The role of doctors as ambassadors: influencing policy and public health

Healthcare professionals (HCPs) are uniquely positioned to serve as ambassadors for public health, bridging the gap between policymakers, healthcare systems and communities. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines advocacy as fostering political commitment, policy support…

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Physicians’ perspectives on government policies for women’s reproductive health rights

How much regulation is too much when it comes to women’s reproductive health rights? This is a pressing question for physicians who are navigating the ethical, safety, and accessibility challenges of their profession. Physicians themselves…

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How healthcare reimbursement works for providers

As a medical provider, understanding insurance reimbursements is critical to ensuring fair compensation for the services provided. Healthcare providers, particularly physicians, play a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of their patients. However,…

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Patient-centered communication: 9 tips for talking to patients

Communicating with patients is an important part of a physician’s job. Excellent communication and mutual understanding between a physician and a patient can make all the difference in a patient’s health outcome. Every patient wants…

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Common ethical issues in healthcare: Identifying & navigating them

The first and most important maxim of the healthcare industry is Primum non nocere, or “First, do no harm.” It sounds simple enough, but the healthcare industry is complex, and everyone in this demanding field…

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The growing role of politics in healthcare: how politics impact physicians

Whether you’re a Republican, Democrat, or Independent, it’s impossible to ignore the shadow of politics in our day-to-day lives. From endless news cycles to awkward political debates around the family dinner table, Americans are inundated…

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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…

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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…

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Physician case collaboration: A win-win for doctors and patients if done correctly

Collaboration among physicians forms the cornerstone of positive patient outcomes. In today’s increasingly complex medical landscape, a single physician cannot always have all the answers, particularly in rare, unsolved, or highly complex patient cases. By…

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A quick guide to negotiating physician contracts

Negotiating a physician contract is an essential aspect of a medical professional’s career. This process not only impacts their compensation, but also the terms and conditions under which they practice medicine. Navigating the complexities of…

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Employee retention in healthcare

Did you know that 48% of all healthcare professionals have, or are currently, considering resigning from their job? Nearly half! And shockingly, that number is predicted to grow. This is causing medical understaffing, stretched shifts,…

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