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How AI is enhancing patient care and improving radiologists’ lives

Tech

May 24, 2023

When the topic of the future of radiology comes up in conversation, I frequently find myself being asked a few recurring questions: “How will artificial intelligence affect radiology?” quickly followed by “Do you think AI will replace you?”

These are great questions that I have found myself contemplating as well. As someone with an overall technological curiosity and a radiologist who embraces technological advancements, I ponder these questions often.

Let’s start with …

ChatGPT masters USMLE: a real win for AI, but a long way from the art of medicine

Harvey Castro, MD, MBA

Tech

May 24, 2023

In recent years, the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm, with numerous applications in diverse sectors, such as transportation, finance, and medicine. One of the most significant milestones in medical AI is the recent success of ChatGPT, an AI language model, in passing the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE). This achievement has raised questions about the potential role of AI in health care, particularly …

How chronic illness and disability are portrayed in media and the importance of daily choices for improved quality of life

Juliet Morgan, MD and Meghan Jobson, MD, PhD

Physician

May 24, 2023

Let’s say that you have it all together: you are accepting your illness and it is enriching your life. Now turn on the TV, pick up …

A patient’s perspective on the diminishing relationship between doctors and patients

Michele Luckenbaugh

Conditions

May 24, 2023

Pages of my life turn over as the breezes of time flow over me.

Remembrances of your presence as the world welcomed my firstborn so many years ago.

Your calming voice and words of wisdom reminded me that life would be different but oh so much better.

My baby girl would grow to be a healer like you, offering hope and consolation to those seeking her out. Expert hands stitched my rambunctious toddler’s …

Integrating mental health services into primary care for children and adolescents [PODCAST]

The Podcast by KevinMD

Podcast

May 23, 2023

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Join us on this episode as we speak with Hilary M. Bowers, a pediatrician who shares with us the importance of integrating behavioral and mental health care within primary care practices. With one in five children and …

Surgeon General’s warning: the dark side of social media on children’s mental health

Kevin Pho, MD

KevinMD

May 23, 2023

It’s disheartening to see the escalated trend of mental health challenges in children and teens, an issue that’s becoming more and more prevalent. Daily, we encounter tales of parents grappling with their children’s emotional struggles, from a professional mom taking a career hiatus to aid her anxious daughter to a dad watching his previously thriving son grapple with addiction, leading to a tragic school dropout. These are not isolated incidents …

How biased language and stigmatizing labels affect patient care and treatment

Joan Naidorf, DO

Physician

May 23, 2023

During her treatment for acute leukemia, my friend Susan came to me for help and advice while she was in the hospital receiving chemotherapy. I also did her laundry. She went to one of the specialists at a major tertiary care center and had access to the lengthy consultation written by the oncologist. Susan had a career as a highly respected and much-loved elementary school principal in our county school …

Emulating Michael Jordan’s winning mindset: a path to success for health care professionals and entrepreneurs

Harvey Castro, MD, MBA

Physician

May 23, 2023

Michael Jordan, an iconic figure in basketball, is revered not only for his athletic prowess but also for his relentless dedication, perseverance, and strong work ethic. His career is filled with great lessons that apply universally, transcending the boundaries of sports. They are particularly relevant to health care professionals and entrepreneurs, two roles requiring a similar level of dedication, resilience, and a ceaseless hunger for growth and achievement.

Firstly, Michael Jordan …

How misused terminology and biased studies may be misguiding our understanding of opioid addiction and mortality

Richard A. Lawhern, PhD

Conditions

May 23, 2023

As a health care writer and policy analyst, I frequently encounter the term “risk” in discussions of medical issues. I also frequently see the term grossly misused in both the popular press and medical literature. Nowhere is this more evident than in the 2016 and 2022 CDC Guidelines for the prescription of opioids in the treatment of pain.

In science, the term “incidence” is a measure of the likelihood …

Reflections on 500 patients, unique cases, and making a difference in health care

Ton La, Jr., MD, JD

Physician

May 23, 2023

As I reflect on my first year of residency, it’s hard to believe that I’ve cared for nearly 500 patients spanning across multiple departments; floor medicine, ICU, ER, neurology, cardiology, and surgery. I’ve had the opportunity to perform one central line placement, three intubations, ran a code blue, and performed CPR in both the ICU and the ER. Though these procedures may seem daunting, I learned that confidence comes not …

Secure your future today: the essential guide to disability and life insurance for physicians and professionals

Set for Life Insurance & The Podcast by KevinMD

Finance

May 22, 2023

This article is sponsored by Set for Life Insurance, helping over 30,000 physicians with life and disability insurance needs since 1993. Get the best available policies at discounted rates. Request a quote today.

In this special sponsored episode, we …

Unmasking wage disparity in health care: the truth behind the Elmhurst Hospital physician strike

Kevin Pho, MD

KevinMD

May 22, 2023

The streets surrounding Elmhurst Hospital in New York City have become the staging ground for over 150 resident physicians striking for pay parity. The future of the medical profession is forced to grapple with a persistent issue long evaded – wage disparity.

Elmhurst Hospital, a critical pivot of public health and a notable battleground during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, now sits as the epicenter of a different kind …

Unmasking the brutal reality of gun violence in America: a call to action for unity and meaningful change

Osmund Agbo, MD

Policy

May 22, 2023

On the night of April 28, 2023, in a sleepy community 50 miles north of Houston, Texas, bullet-riddled bodies of five human beings, including an eight-year-old boy, lay lifeless, cut down in the most gruesome way. Their only sin was asking for a night of peace, but their request was met with the deafening sound of gunfire from a neighbor brandishing an AR-15. This senseless tragedy is yet another grim …

How electronic health records preserve patients’ legacies in the words of oncologists

Marc Braunstein, MD, PhD

Physician

May 22, 2023

It’s 10 p.m., do you know where your doctor is? I chuckle to myself, recalling a familiar public service announcement of the past meant to remind adults about the whereabouts of their children. I know exactly where I am at this typical hour, sitting in front of a glaring computer screen trying in vain to clear out my inbox in our practice’s electronic health record (EHR) and “win the game” …

Family physicians unite at the U.S. Capitol, seeking congressional support for Medicare reform and health care transformation

Tochi Iroku-Malize, MD, MPH, MBA, Sterling N. Ransone, Jr., MD, and Steven P. Furr, MD

Policy

May 22, 2023

Picture this: Hundreds of family physicians and future family physicians arriving on the steps of the U.S. Capitol to share the top challenges they face and to ask their leaders to make a purposeful investment in primary care. They’ve earned the right to make this request through the hard work, long hours, and comprehensive care they’ve offered patients and their families across the country. They served on the front lines …

Unlocking the secret to more time and energy: How saying no can change your life as a doctor

Shiraz Rahim, MD

Physician

May 22, 2023

I am someone who consistently makes New Year’s resolutions. I find New Year’s to be a great time to reassess how all the aspects of my life are going and whether they continue to align with the direction I want to take.

In previous years my resolutions have ranged from the cliche “going to the gym and losing weight” to listening to a podcast every day, exploring my city, or learning …

Medical gaslighting: How dismissing patient concerns harms patients with chronic illnesses [PODCAST]

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Podcast

May 21, 2023

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Join us as we discuss with family physician Lisa Baron the pervasive issue of medical gaslighting, particularly in women seeking care for chronic illnesses. We’ll delve into the consequences of dismissing symptoms and the importance of validating patient concerns. …

Navigating the complexity of “first do no harm” in modern medicine

M. Bennet Broner, PhD

Physician

May 21, 2023

“First do no harm” is the opening line of the Hippocratic Oath, and virtually everyone is familiar with it, as it is quoted on every TV medical drama at least once a season. We tend to think that the oath was highly influential in medical training and practice when it was written circa 400 BCE. Still, it had limited applicability, as it only applied to students trained in Hippocrates’ style …

A tiny step to reduce physician burnout

Dennis Hursh, Esq

Finance

May 21, 2023

At least one commentator has opined that “physicians aren’t burned out. They’re abused.” That is an extremely accurate diagnosis. No matter how many mandatory meditation sessions physicians are required to attend during their lunch hours, they remain overworked, overstressed, and unhappy with their careers.

Although there is no easy fix, there are issues that can be addressed in the physician employment agreement that can ameliorate the horrible working conditions foisted …

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A tiny step to reduce physician burnout

Unlocking the power of autism: How accommodations and acceptance can benefit us all

Diane Cross

Conditions

May 21, 2023

For a growing percentage of our population, autism is a part of everyday life. How we support and empower children with autism speaks volumes about our society’s ability to be inclusive, productive, and fair.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a perfect time to celebrate people with autism and elevate our awareness about this complex group of neurodivergent individuals who enrich our lives every day.

Here’s how we all can better …

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