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Double-Booking the Doctor is Half-Booking the Patient

A Country Doctor Writes

I have always tried to “squeeze” urgent visits in when I know the patient and the issue they’re having. Not only have we shortened medical appointments to 15 minutes. We also sometimes double book them. Double booking is sometimes used as a strategy to manage no-shows. Government. That can be really bad.

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Book Review: Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? by Dr. Robert C. Smith

Common Sense Family Doctor

Smith, a general internist and professor of medicine and psychiatry at Michigan State University, explains why our medical system consistently prioritizes physical over emotional health and presents some ambitious proposals for how to rectify this harmful disparity. This relatively slim volume is divided into three parts.

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Is a Medical Office Assistant Career Right for You?

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Exploring a Medical Office Assistant Career Are you looking for a stable, rewarding career in the healthcare field that doesn’t require a degree? Becoming a medical office assistant might be the perfect choice for you. What Does a Medical Office Assistant Do? What Does a Medical Office Assistant Do?

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Maria Ansari, MD, FACC, named to Modern Healthcare’s list of 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives

Permanente Medicine

Co-CEO of The Permanente Federation and leader of multiple Permanente Medical Groups at Kaiser Permanente, recognized for advancing AI technology, improving care access, and advocating for value-based care measures OAKLAND, Calif. Kaiser Permanente is comprised of the Permanente Medical Groups and Kaiser Foundation Health Plans and Hospitals.

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Visiting a Health Clinic for Women’s Health Screenings

Mesa Family Physician

Whether it’s your first pap smear or you’re wondering if you can have the test while on your period, this guide walks you through the essentials of women’s health checkups, how to prepare, and common questions many patients have. Many patients search online for variations like: Can you have a pap smear while menstruating?

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Your Least Favorite Emotion, and What to Do with It.

Joy in Family Medicine Coaching

We often distance ourselves from emotions to stay focused in emergencies or maintain professionalism with patients or in power differential situations in training. Sometimes though our sympathetic response goes on overdrive and we need grounding or centering techniques. Take your own pulse." They are just sensations in the body.

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2025 Physician Wellness Retreats | Physician “Burnout” Retreats

Pamela Wible MD

Whether you’re launching your dream clinic, writing your first book, or exploring shamanic healing or magic mushrooms, these retreats are handcrafted to help you heal, grow, and thrive. Sponsorships available for medical students and residents. Starting a private practice with your self-published book is easier than you think.