The admin burden that’s really killing family practiceI took the Friday of Eid ul Fitr off to celebrate with my family. On Saturday, I logged into my Electronic Medical Record, correctly realizing that if I waited until Monday, the EMR inbox would crush my sorry soul. A physician of a certain ageI liked it better when my cohort was exhausted by attending each other's weddings, rather than the perpetual funeral arrangements I find myself making these days. But, death is something physicians all must learn about first hand. The end of the ‘old clinician’ era? Every medical school has one. The name that everyone knows. The smiling face that is always just around the corner. Case report: Paronychia A young patient at Dr. Robert Dickson's clinic presents with a common but painful problem. Not all roses will bloom: Tales of the polluted time ‘I have come to realize, albeit belatedly, that it’s important to learn to say no,’ says Dr. Jabir Jassam. The crucial skills we didn’t learn in pharmacy school As I’ve matured, I’ve learned that emotional intelligence, building resiliency and being able to regulate myself are extremely important life skills. In this new blog series I hope to share ideas to help you build these skills to manage burnout. 62 burnout hacks from the Quack I have been an emergency, then family doctor for 50 years. Here are some tips that have helped me avoid burnout and still love medicine. Trauma in medicine How many professions encourage you to avoid your physical needs? Poll: Do you think family practice residency should have a third year? Take our weekly doctor poll. See what your colleagues say. A peculiar desire In speaking with a patient nearing end of life, I’m reminded of how important it is to go beyond the “written” directives. First Previous 80 81 82 83 84 Next Last