The Optimized Doctor
The Optimized Doctor
Give me an occupation, Miss Dashwood
I've practically had to install a velvet rope at my door to organize the queue of people wanting to talk to me about their ideas to help.
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My inspiration
I seem to push harder and faster when watching idols pass by.
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New year, old you
If you resolved to do something this year, chances are it was to make a better you – a self-improvement goal such as to lose weight.
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Wellness vacations
When I made peace with the reality that I couldn’t access EPIC or email, it was like a ringing in the ears had lifted.
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‘Tis the season to reflect and take stock
It is a beautiful, hard, and joyous life we have as physicians.
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Yoga life lessons
As it turns out, yoga can transform your life.
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Mid-career advice
You’ve arrived at an important milestone when someone asks you to give a grand rounds titled ... “Mid-Career Advice.” Yes, I’ve been asked.
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Flying solo
The journey from apprehension to mastery must pass through discomfort.
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The expert trap
If you want to be a better doctor, try working on your sense of self-importance. Remember your limitations and those of medicine.
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Improving self-confidence
When I meet with our young doctors, I try to provide feedback not only on their medical acumen but also on their confidence to deploy that...
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Eminently qualified physician
There are other professions where evaluations and feedback are more direct. In the military, performance standards are often quite explicit.