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Professional identity: a new narrative for medical education [PODCAST]

KevinMD

McMains discusses his article “The hero’s journey: Understanding professional identity formation in graduate medical education.” ” Kevin discusses the ongoing crisis of burnout and mental health issues in medical training, critically examining traditional educational and environmental interventions.

Education 161
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A Mixed Studies Literature Review on Mental Health Perceived Needs of Family Physicians in Infectious Catastrophes [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Thus, understanding their perceived needs is essential to planning any interventions aimed at protecting their mental health. Objectives: To synthesize current knowledge about the perceived needs of family physicians regarding their mental health during infectious catastrophes. ’s (2006) framework.

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Agitation Podcast Series Episode 5: Management of the child with mental health problems who is boarded in the ED

PEMBlog

We are in the midst of a staggering mental health crisis. Thousands of children and adolescents spend days at time in Emergency Departments waiting for definitive mental health disposition. These articles will take another look at the content included in this episode.

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Drugs Vs. Digital Therapeutics – A Digital Symbiosis

The Medical Futurist

They hold the promise of improved health outcomes, greater accessibility, and cost-effectiveness in patient care when used based on proper evidence. Privacy + Access = Wider Reach In a previous article , we explored DTx and its benefits. DTx solutions are typically delivered through smartphone apps.

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Agitation Podcast Series Episode 4: Safe prehospital transport of the agitated child

PEMBlog

These articles will take another look at the content included in this episode. Special thanks to Manpreet Singh, MD ( @MprizzleER ) for helping to put this collaboration together.

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Staying psychologically safe as a doctor during the COVID-19 pandemic

BMJ

In this article a group of family practitioners from around the world, members of the World Organisation of Family Medicine’s (WONCA) Working Party for Mental Health, share insights into how doctors and other health professionals can look after ourselves and each other during this time.

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An Escape Fire for Healthcare

Noreta Family Medicine

I can tell you first-hand that this has allowed me to develop more trusting relationships with my patients, more time to identify and manage mental health concerns, and learn more about how a person’s lifestyle influences their health. At Noreta Family Medicine, I block 60 minutes per follow up visit. Have a good week!