Physician Hours: Should Physicians Work Less?
Sarah drags herself out of bed and prepares to head back to the hospital. Her eyes are blurry and her entire body hurts. It’s no wonder. She only got about five hours of sleep after working a 16-hour shift. Now she’s preparing to head back in for another double. She knew when she picked this profession that physician hours would be cumbersome, but she didn’t realize the physical and emotional toll it would have on her… Sometimes she...
7 Medical Memoirs You Should Definitely Check Out
Searching for your next read? Look no further! We decided to put together a list of some of the most powerful medical memoirs from the past two decades or so. For locum tenens physicians especially, reading is a great way to pass the time on the way to your assignment. Keep reading to find out our top picks! 7 Must-Read Medical Memoirs 1. When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi If you’re looking for a moving, inspirational...
Sexism in Medicine | 5 Surprising Examples
You’d think the healthcare industry would be above sexism and gender discrimination, right? Well, not quite. Even though we try to deny it, sexism in medicine remains a harmful and pervasive problem today. In fact, in a 2014 survey, over 70 percent of women responded that they feel as if doctors treat them differently because of their gender either sometimes, usually, or always. While many people believe that healthcare...
Newly Released Alzheimer’s Guidelines for Clinical Practice
Suddenly Jane can’t remember the ingredients in her popular cupcake recipe, even though she makes it for her family every Sunday. John’s in the middle of measuring something when he realizes he can’t recall how to read a ruler. Did I or did I not lock the front door when I got home from work? Sometimes, people experience what some call “brain farts” and other times it’s something a lot more severe. When patients come to you with...
Top 5 Patient Complaints About Doctors
If you’ve been in the medical field for a while, you’ve most likely come across quite a few difficult patients. No matter the circumstances, healthcare professionals vow to provide the best possible service in a timely manner. It’s an important priority, but sometimes, doctors become so preoccupied with doing things quickly that customer service suffers. In turn, patients wind up unhappy and dissatisfied, and they...