“I  love caring for patients,” I told myself. “I need to figure out how to care for myself in the process.”  On paper everything looked perfect: I was preparing for promotion to full professor, my retirement fund was on track for an early exit, and...

Welcome to The Developing Doctor! In this episode, host Dr. Ben Reinking—a practicing pediatric cardiologist, academic leader, and physician coach—dives into a reflective, forward-looking conversation that’s essential listening for anyone working in...

Many physicians reach a point where the demands of clinical medicine no longer feel sustainable. Some doctors are burned out and want to redesign their practice, while others are curious about nonclinical roles that better align with their talents a...

Physician burnout isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a lived experience for many of us in medicine. After years of long hours, moral injury and relentless charting, I found myself emotionally exhausted and disconnected from the work that once brought me jo...

Hi Here are a couple of career development resources for you this week:🎥 Unlocking Effective Communication in Healthcare: The LEAD Framework ExplainedHave you ever left a multidisciplinary team meeting feeling unheard and frustrated?You're not alone...

Hello-I hope this email finds you well! I looked at your burnout inventory quiz results and noticed that your scores for emotional exhaustion were high.You are not alone! This is a common challenge faced by physicians! Here are a few tips that have...

Dear , Can you believe it is nearly September? The first and second year medical students are already a week into the new semester and the streets of Iowa City are full of college students again! I love the energy and vibe of this time of year....

What do Olympians and physicians have in common? Hint: It is NOT our skills on the balance beam or pommel horse (unless you happen to be a physician and Olympic Gymnast!)The answer: our mindsets. Even though physicians and Olympic athletes face diffe...