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November 27, 2023 | 2 min read

When the truth (literally) hurts

By Eric Last, DO, Northwell Health, Wantagh, New York

When our patients are facing surgery or other procedures, thoughtful questions can help allay their worries.

September 27, 2023 | 1 min read

Guardrails And Ambulances

By Mike Fingerhood, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Over 100,000 Americans die every year from overdoses, and most are preventable. Discuss with patients and loved ones the dangers of having old prescription or counterfeit pills, as well as the importance of keeping naloxone on hand.

September 25, 2023 | 5 min read

Less is More

By Jonathan McFarland, Medical English Coach, Autonomous University of Madrid

The Japanese concept of wabi-sabi can help us appreciate impermanence and approach death as part of life.

September 9, 2020 | 1 min read

We’re All in This Together

By Mike Fingerhood, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

With the added stress caused by the pandemic, make an extra effort to screen your patients for anxiety and depression. Empathizing about shared concerns may facilitate patient expression.

June 26, 2023 | 2 min read

How the Arts Can Address Mental Health Inequities

By Alex Rodriguez, MPH, University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine

Awareness of local and online art and cultural offerings enables healthcare professionals to provide enriching recommendations to patients.

September 2, 2020 | 4 min read

A Call for Advocacy in Medicine

By Sara Wallam, Medical Student, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Systemic racism is prevalent throughout our society. To dismantle disparities in health outcomes for minority patients, clinicians must advocate for their patients at the local level and for communities on a regional and national scale.

February 16, 2023 | 2 min read

“Yes, we Won”

By Richard Schaefer, MD, MPH, Johns Hopkins Medicine

I was inspired by the story of Damar Hamlin, an athlete and an advocate. His recovery generated unity among society at large, pride among healthcare professionals, and brought awareness to the importance of knowing CPR.

April 16, 2018 | 2 min read

Giving Humanistic and Empathetic Care

By Michele Manahan, MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Dr. Michele Manahan's Clinical Mission & Values Statement on supporting her patients through conversation, active listening, a receptive ear, and an incisive mind.

April 4, 2018 | 3 min read

Race, Funding, and Access to High Quality Care

By Sophie Lanzkron, MD, MDH, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Sophie Lanzkron, MD, MHS, advocates for systemic change to increase access to high quality sickle cell care for all patients.

May 13, 2020 | 2 min read

Flattening the Inaccessibility Curve

By Bonnielin Swenor, PhD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

There's been limited attention addressing the disability perspective during the pandemic. Finding creative solutions to accessibility challenges during this time is critical.

August 25, 2022 | 3 min read

Hugs Are Medicine

By Aidan Crowley, Medical Student, University of Pennsylvania

Showing genuine warmth is a compassionate way to comfort our patients.

August 17, 2022 | 2 min read

Listening to The How Can Reveal The Why

By Jeffrey Millstein, MD, Penn Medicine, Meshulam Twerski, medical student, Penn Medicine

The way patients express their reluctance to pursue screening can help uncover truths that guide meaningful conversations and build trust.

Dr. Carl Streed and Jacob Tobia. Photo by Dr. Carl Streed.

January 6, 2020 | 2 min read

Book Review of “Sissy: A Coming of Gender Story”

By Carl G. Streed Jr., MD, MPH, Boston Medical Center

Recognizing and validating the diversity of gender identities and expressions positively affects the health of our patients and our communities.