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The Power of Words, 16 Years Later

A Country Doctor Writes

My theory is that the behavioral health staff members felt isolated and not integrated with the primary care providers. These are some examples of conventional doctorspeak and suggested alternatives from the video presentation we watched by Alexander Blount, Ed. This is not Orwellian Newspeak; our words can heal, and they can hurt.

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Assessing patient experience through the attitudes and emotions expressed during medical encounters [Research methodology and instrument development]

Annals of Family Medicine

In previous studies using MEDICODE, attitudes or emotions (A/E) were coded as present/absent. However, present/absent coding limited interpretations of this important component of patient experience. 4) Reported psychological distress level was measured post consultation with the patient distress thermometer.

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Improving Mental Health: Strategies for Self-Care and Well-Being

Family Physicians of Greeley

Practice Mindfulness: Mindfulness is the art of being present in the moment and fully aware of your thoughts, emotions, and sensations without judgment. If you struggle with sleep difficulties, consider implementing relaxation techniques or consulting with a healthcare professional.

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Using technology to reclaim our time

Today's Hospitalist

Since the mid-1990s, our capacity for innovation has never stopped as hospitalists navigate a complex landscape of acute illnesses, interprofessional collaborations and the imperative to provide efficient, high-quality care. We have seen explosive growth and become a cornerstone of modern health care systems.

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The FDA PDUFA VII Goals Letter (FY 2023-2027): A Review of Our Top 10 Commitments

FDA Law

Torrente, explained in a previous post , in-person meetings create important opportunities for building rapport, and lead to more robust dialogue and collegial relationships between the Agency and sponsors. As such, we present these programs and initiatives roughly in order of the newest and most substantial changes to more minor.

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Transforming the Culture of Dementia Care: Podcast with Anne Basting, Ab Desai, Susan McFadden, and Judy Long

GeriPal

He wrote a book titled “ Psychiatric consultation in long term care ” that has a strengths based approach to staging dementia (how cool is that). She directs UCSF MERI’s patient, family, and clinician support with classes and consultation on resiliency, well-being, and grief. It’s not something that is for the caregiver as well.

Community 101
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To Care Or Not

StorytellERdoc

Although this may seem like it should be the standard, you would be surprised at just how many elderly patients present to our emergency department alone. So when an adult child is present, I make it a point to not only introduce myself to them, but also to thank them for being available for their parent. Mine included. I love my job.

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