December 13, 2018 | 2 min read

Interprofessional Collaboration Improves Care

By Vineet Arora, MD, University of Chicago Medicine

Improving teamwork in hospitals is key to giving clinically excellent care to our patients.

August 6, 2026 | 3 min read

What’s the beef with Alpha-gal?

This delayed allergy to red meat is making headlines and affecting people across the country. Alpha-gal can alter eating habits and cause life-threatening reactions that are sometimes difficult to pin down. 

December 22, 2025 | 2 min read

BREATHE better at home 

To improve indoor air quality, counsel patients to combine source control with filtration. This includes eliminating smoking/vaping and avoiding fragrances like scented candles/incense. Recommend air cleaners with HEPA and carbon filters. 

December 12, 2022 | 5 min read

Room 441

By Alicia Zellmer, MD, George Washington University

Although humanized care can sometimes be more time-consuming, sharing detailed information and ensuring patient’s understanding is essential for clinical excellence. 

March 16, 2020 | 4 min read

Capacity Evaluations: A Clinical Tale in Two Parts

By Elizabeth Ryznar, MD, MSc, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Patients face medical decisions constantly. Assessing capacity for decision-making protects their autonomy.

April 30, 2019 | 5 min read

A Response to “The 5A’s of Firearm Safety Counseling”

By David Madder, DO, Johns Hopkins Medicine

I counsel ALL patients about gun safety, instead of ASKING every patient if they have guns in their home.

June 30, 2026 | 3 min read

Chronic fatigue—17 minutes can change a life

Orthostatic intolerance—when the body struggles to maintain blood flow to the brain while standing—is a common, treatable cause of chronic fatigue that is often missed. A methodical standing test combined with listening carefully to the patient's story can provide an accurate diagnosis.

April 22, 2026 | 4 min read

Feng shui meets sleep medicine 

Clinicians can help patients improve sleep by discussing often-overlooked environmental factors in the bedroom. These include layout, lighting, and sensory elements that directly influence circadian rhythms and autonomic nervous system activation. 

April 7, 2026 | 1 min read

Lessons from baseball applied to healthcare delivery 

Like baseball, exceptional patient care combines technical skills with emotional awareness. Every team member’s role and every small act—like listening attentively—can lead to better health outcomes. 

January 26, 2022 | 1 min read

Talking With Older Patients About Winter Hazards

By Shaista Ahmed, MBBS, MPH, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Be sure your geriatric patients are aware of winter hazards and provide guidance on how to avoid the risk of falls and hypothermia.    

October 14, 2020 | 2 min read

How Language Can Fight Ableism

By Harry Paul (he/him), MD/PhD student, Johns Hopkins Medicine

The first step to being an ally for the disabled community is to educate yourself about the meaning of your word choice.