Rarely are we genuinely thoughtless—that is, without thought. But often we are not giving our thoughts much consideration. In today’s world, there is much distraction, and sometimes we are guilty of distracting ourselves just to prevent our minds from focusing on the things that are most...
New legislation recently passed by the Senate may save lives among nurses, physicians, and other healthcare workers overwhelmed by the relentless load of working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
What do you do when a physician exhibits behavior outside of the norm? Consider this scenario:
A hospital had a skilled internist who had been reported for unprofessional, rude, or otherwise discourteous behavior six times in the last three months. The physician has been a member of the...
In October 2021, the AMA and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Center for Health Justice released Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Language, Narrative and Concepts to help healthcare professionals reflect on the language they use and promote a better understanding...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 31, Issue 2
The National Association Medical Staff Services (NAMSS) provides credentials for medical staff service professionals in the arenas of credentialing and medical services management.
The delta and omicron coronavirus variant surges have pushed health systems and hospitals to a breaking point, according to healthcare provider executives during a recent webcast hosted by the American Hospital Association. The coronavirus pandemic is the biggest public health crisis in...
