From the ODAC Poster Hall | Financial Pressures That Drive Physician Burnout
Physician burnout is pervasive in medicine. A Stanford Medicine-led study of U.S. physicians conducted in 2023 and 2024 found nearly half experienced at least one symptom of burnout. While the broader conversation may raise burnout as a concerning issue, the lived experience of physicians tells a different story. Despite the fact burnout is so prevalent, the demands on physicians remain unchanged: …
Physician burnout is pervasive in medicine. A Stanford Medicine-led study of U.S. physicians conducted in 2023 and 2024 found nearly half experienced at least one symptom of burnout. While the broader conversation may raise burnout as a concerning issue, the lived experience of physicians tells a different story. Despite the fact burnout is so prevalent, the demands on physicians remain unchanged: … Continue reading "From the ODAC Poster Hall | Financial Pressures That Drive Physician Burnout"
My colleagues often joke about how much my patients “love me.”
Over the years, I’ve come to think that what they are really seeing in my patients is a profound commitment to the therapeutic relationship: a willingness to trust the plan we have laid out and a deep engagement in their own care, even when visits are short and clinic is moving fast.
For physicians, that same commitment is … 
Okay, okay, okay, I didn't actually use AI to write this article. But, like many people in today's world, I have utilized AI to streamline things in both my personal and professional life.
No matter your personal feelings about AI, it is clear that it is now part of our world. Artificial intelligence (AI) is defined as the ability of a computer to perform tasks typically associated with hum … 
Transitioning from a third-year residency into the professional workforce is a major milestone that requires a strategic approach. Unlike fellowship tracks, which offer an additional year of buffer, going straight into the workforce demands immediate and thoughtful preparation. By following these core principles, you can navigate the complexities of the job market and secure a position that aligns … 
My dermatology training has prepared me well clinically, surgically, and academically. Yet, as I started thinking about what comes next, I felt confused and anxious. There wasn’t a decision tree or a Bolognia chart to help me through the uncertainty of how to actually find my first job; instead, this transition from residency to attendinghood felt like a complete unknown. Many people from my p …