Associate Editor, Medical Economics and Physician's Practice
The pros and cons of private practice versus hospital employment
What physicians should consider when choosing their path.
Reducing burnout discussion stigma
If you cover up an ongoing illness, it will be a much bigger problem later—that is very much the situation with burnout, says Wayne Jonas, MD.
Why burnout remains an important topic during the pandemic
Existing challenges in addressing burnout have been exacerbated throughout the pandemic, Wayne Jonas, MD, says. We need to up our game in burnout prevention and management.
Strategies for discussing diet and nutrition with patients
Weight management is more than just a checklist.
7 ways to increase patient payments
Practices who fail to be proactive about collecting from patients will predictably experience a tsunami of accounts receivable.
Best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the highest physician salaries
Find out in which states you can make the most for your services. Will the rankings surprise you?
Top five best things about being an independent physician
In honor of Independence Day, here are five of the top good things about remaining an independent physician.
Best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the lowest average physician salaries
Physicians in these five states made the lowest, on average, compared to their peers.
Connecting and coaching weight management through telehealth
How telehealth is providing a new front in obesity treatment and weight management.
Obesity’s role in combating SARS-CoV-2
Julia Wright, MD, explains that obesity, like other chronic conditions, could be a factor for worsened disease and that individuals suffering from obesity should take extra precautions to limit factors of contagion.
Best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the highest physician density
These five states are home to the largest number of physicians.
Best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the lowest internal medicine malpractice premiums
Consider these states for lower malpractice costs.
Best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the highest internal medicine malpractice premiums
Protecting your practice and assets is essential with malpractice coverage.
Best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the highest GCPI
Best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the lowest GCPI
Best States to Practice: 5 states with the lowest cost of living
Which states do you think came out on top?
The best states for physicians in 2020: 5 states with the highest cost of living
Avoid these states for your best financial situation.
Concierge medicine and primary care: The differences
Concierge medicine and direct primary care both have membership fees, but that doesn’t make them the same. Here are 10 differences you should know.
Ten things to know before launching a remote patient monitoring program
Remote monitoring starts around $1,500 per patient, whereas hospital admissions cost thousands more.
Establishing empathy via telemedicine
Tips from clinicians during the surge in telehealth demands.
Seven ways to improve patient satisfaction
The key to patient satisfaction lies in your employees.
Physicians ask Congress for COVID-19 financial aid
'Practices are experiencing huge reductions in revenue,' physician organizations warn.
Marketing and promotion strategies for medical practices
Are you a new medical practice struggling to beef up your daily schedule? Here are 10 strategies to effectively promote your medical practice.
Tips for addressing negative online reviews
Steps prior to considering litigation.
Smart investing for physicians
Savings, strategies, and stocks.
RVUs: The basics of physician compensation
Fundamentals to avoid costly mistakes in employment agreements.
Five mistakes doctors make that can cause big problems
What to avoid, from cash controls to ignoring vital information.
Wearables and EHRs: Things you should consider
5 essential questions for every practice.
Seven social skills they don’t teach in medical school
These “soft skills” can be the hardest to master.
5 strategies for dealing with uncertainty
Medicine, like life, is everchanging. Here’s some strategies for abating stress in your practice.