Despite popular belief that hiring physicians has a negative impact on a hospital’s finances, the results of a new survey of 47 health systems show that a majority reported no change in financial performance because of employed physicians.
Per most states’ hospital licensure requirements, medical staff membership and clinical privileges are granted through processes outlined by the hospital’s medical staff bylaws. Those bylaws define the requirements for staff membership and delineation of clinical privileges. They also provide...
The overall rate of medical errors made by residents did not differ significantly between groups with increased direct supervision by attending physicians and those with standard supervision, according to study published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
A fatal mistake physicians often make when stepping into a leadership role is to convince themselves that they can become an effective leader just through their proven clinical skills. This will set you up for failure because the skills, training, and traits that make you an excellent clinician...
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As the use of technology becomes increasingly relevant to medical practice, many physicians are burdened with having to learn how to use new technology when they perceived no issues with the previous paper and pen system. This frustration can lead to physician burnout, but that does not always...
"A physician cannot and should not be expected to live life on a pedestal, unaffected by the sea of emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual demands that engulf us."
"OPPE and FPPE Case Study: Award-Winning Professional Practice Evaluation Transformation" is now available to Platinum Plus members of the Credentialing Resource Center (CRC)!...
