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March 23, 2023 | 2 min read

5 questions I ask every patient (archives 2023)

By Lillie Shockney, RN, MS, Johns Hopkins Medicine

I talk with patients who have metastatic breast cancer about their hopes and worries at every visit. This allows me to give better, whole-person care.  

December 8, 2023 | 1 min read

Supporting those with AUD through the holidays

By Megan Gerber, MD, MPH, Albany Medical College

Find a way to celebrate this holiday season that includes and validates those who may be in recovery. 

October 31, 2022 | 2 min read

Dinner Table Wisdom

By Elizabeth Reynolds, PhD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Our mealtime companions can be a source of strength, support, and motivation. My childhood dinner table provided the roots for my compassion and dedication to serving patients.  

June 13, 2022 | 3 min read

Pause, Relax, Open

By Avani Prabhakar, MBBS, MPH, Johns Hopkins Medicine

In these politically polarizing times, we must continue to practice loving kindness toward our patients. This includes patients who share prejudiced and/or judgmental opinions with us. 

March 12, 2019 | 2 min read

Physician Burnout: The Pressure Continues to Grow

By Colin West, MD, PhD, Mayo Clinic

Support for physician mental health must be made more widely available. We must remove the stigma associated with accessing this support.

March 24, 2022 | 3 min read

Life-Work Balance

By Deirdre Johnston, MBBCh, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

To mitigate burnout, remember the things that used to fascinate and inspire you before you became a clinician.   

February 14, 2022 | 2 min read

Patients Admitted to Hospitals May be Sicker Than Ever 

By Scott Wright, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Because of the pandemic, some patients have avoided healthcare settings and professionals. Outreach to these patients is needed. 

September 18, 2025 | 3 min read

Continuity in ADHD care

Life transitions, such as starting college, can be especially challenging for patients with ADHD. Ensuring continuity of care during these times is essential.

August 9, 2021 | 4 min read

Hiding in Plain Sight: Just Ask, or You’ll Miss Most Eating Disorders

By Angela Guarda, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Although five percent of the population has a clinically significant eating disorder, most aren't detected because clinicians don’t ask. Simply asking,“What is the MOST you would be comfortable weighing?” can help identify a restrictive eating disorder.

May 20, 2021 | 2 min read

Alleviating Your Patients’ Worries

By April Sharp, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

During hospitalizations, patients and families have lots of time to worry. Asking about the concerns and empathizing may be especially helpful.

March 18, 2021 | 5 min read

The 24 Notes of Taps

By William Wright, DO, MPH, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Let us honor the bravery of clinicians who have sacrificed everything in this pandemic to serve others.

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