The room is silent except for the sound of your heart beating in your ears. You frantically try to remember all the medical school interview tips you’ve learned. You can feel the interviewers’ eyes on you as they ask, “Tell me about yourself.” Your...
As a pediatric cardiologist, I’ve had my share of tough conversations. I’ve delivered devastating news. Held the hands of grieving families. Said, “I don’t know,” more times than I can count. Communication skills are a a core part of being a physici...
Are you exhausted from finishing a grueling overbooked clinic only to spend hours catching up on paperwork while your family sleeps? Are you missing family dinners, collapsing into bed and repeating the cycle daily? If you answered yes, you are not...
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...
