Doctors and nurses are dying by suicide, as America’s health care workers call for change

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When I began practicing as a family physician 21 years ago, I never saw patients in their 40s and 50s with the disease, much less ones in their 30s. Now, I diagnose two [...] [What I’ve learned from 10,000 needle procedures]( How can health care professionals put patients at ease before and during stressful procedures? A new virtual reality (VR) technology might be the answer for millions of patients with fears and concerns about visiting the clinic. Needles are the most common office procedure, and needle fear is nearly universal in young children. Studies show nearly [...] [Revolutionizing patient care: the power of AI and GPTs in health care and combating physician burnout]( Artificial intelligence (AI) and generative pre-trained transformers (GPTs) have made significant advancements in recent years, with potential applications in various industries. The health care sector stands to benefit significantly from AI and GPTs, as they offer promising solutions for improving patient care, diagnostics, and treatment. This article will discuss the role of leading AI models [...] [A pediatrician’s view on critical self-talk among patients and doctors]( A young teen patient, eyes averted, clutching a cell phone, sits in my office. It’s a scheduled annual exam, and the patient reports some ailments—fatigue, anxiety, and poor sleep. Across the room, the parent sits in apparent composure, but as my eyes meet the parent’s gaze and hover here for an instant, I register pain, [...] [Ensuring fair compensation and benefits in physician contracts [PODCAST]]( In this episode, we discuss the important factors that physicians need to consider when reviewing their employment contracts with guest Dennis Hursh, a physician contract attorney. From compensation to benefits, we dive into the details of what should be carefully reviewed before signing the [...] [The struggle of internationally trained physicians in Canada]( I moved to Ontario, Canada, a little less than a year ago, with a sense of adventure and a spring in my step. I was excited at the thought of being reunited with family, apprehensive about the hurdles in my path to becoming a practicing physician, but hopeful that there would be light at the [...] [Why HIPAA isn’t enough to protect your health data]( After all the hours spent in HIPAA training over the years, physicians and other health care workers might think of HIPAA as a powerful regulation. It’s true that HIPAA does require health care workers to follow a number of rules, with pretty harsh penalties for violations. But from a patient’s perspective, how well does U.S. [...] --------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsors [Purchase Prepared Physician suture kits]( and save money and time! Physician-owned and operated, sourced from U.S. suppliers. Join All Global Circle and receive an [exclusive bonus of up to $50](. Share your professional opinions and insights by participating in our surveys and earn honoraria. Learn actionable ways to [transform your documentation]( to improve clinical communication and optimize your quality metrics and reimbursement. --------------------------------------------------------------- [Revolutionizing crime-solving with AI: How ChatGPT-4 can unlock critical evidence in unsolved cases]( Artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly advanced in various fields, including health care, finance, and education. One of the most promising areas for AI application is criminology, which has the potential to transform how criminal investigations are conducted. The groundbreaking capabilities of ChatGPT-4 have the potential to revolutionize criminology by aiding forensic science, crime scene analysis, [...] [America’s ailing health care system: How it’s failing patients and doctors]( As painfully revealed by the coronavirus pandemic, the American health care system is ailing, plagued by the inefficiencies and greed of big business and for-profit medicine. It is not unlike the virus, attacking vital organs one by one until the whole is weakened. In more grave cases, the severely ill can’t survive. In much the [...] [From helplessness to hope: a psychiatrist’s story of working with suicidal teens [PODCAST]]( In this episode, we are joined by Shivana Naidoo, a child psychiatrist, who shares a poignant reflection on her experiences with some of her most worrisome teenage patients. As she prepares to leave her job, she finds herself running on empty, knowing she won’t [...] [Obesity increased over COVID-19: Here’s why patients are worried]( Millions of Americans are more worried than ever about obesity. And millions are willing to consider weight-loss methods they never had before, including metabolic and bariatric surgery and anti-obesity medications. The reason: a pandemic that put those with obesity in its crosshairs. These are among the findings from a recent survey from the American Society [...] [The unintended consequences of feeding company data into ChatGPT: a guide to safeguarding your intellectual property]( As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, businesses are increasingly integrating AI-powered tools, such as ChatGPT by OpenAI, to enhance productivity and automate processes. However, using these tools without understanding the implications of feeding proprietary data into them can lead to unintended consequences, as demonstrated by the recent Samsung incident. The Samsung incident and other examples [...] [Are doctors ready to discuss psychedelic therapies with patients?]( As I’m pre-charting for my primary care clinic, I see Ms. C on the schedule, whom I know well through our nearly monthly follow-up visits over the past two and a half years of residency. We talk in Spanish as it’s her preferred language. She shares her escalating distress over being an immigrant, a full-time [...] [From patient to protagonist: the importance of narrative writing in medicine [PODCAST]]( Join us in this episode as we sit down with Najat Fadlallah, a pediatric resident in Lebanon, to discuss the untapped potential of health care data and personal experiences in medical research. We’ll explore how health care professionals can use their unique access to [...] [Poverty: America’s disease with devastating consequences]( I need to tell you about John (not his real name). He is a Cameroonian immigrant who came to the U.S. on a student visa. He waited tables in a popular pub in downtown Houston to earn a little change and support himself through school. Hardworking, courteous, and gregarious, John wears the most infectious and [...] [Here’s how to fix the public health system in the U.S.]( Today, the current health care ecosystem is broken and in need of an overhaul. To start, this country’s high cost of health care is not sustainable, preventing millions of Americans from accessing important health care services. The recent ruling will only exacerbate this to remove requirements for preventive screenings from the Affordable Care Act. Further, [...] [Generational differences in medical practice: Exploring work habits of Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials]( The medical field has always been an ever-evolving landscape with technological advancements, treatments, and diagnoses. But the workforce behind these advancements also plays a crucial role in shaping the medical industry. Over the years, different generations have contributed unique work habits and values, impacting how doctors practice medicine. In this article, we will explore the [...] [Breakthrough trial shows MRI-guided radiation can reduce prostate cancer treatment toxicity]( Nearly 290,000 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2023. Thankfully, the vast majority will be diagnosed with clinically localized disease and can be cured with either surgery or radiotherapy. Emerging clinical trial data have cemented stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), a form of radiation in which ≤5 daily doses are delivered with high [...] [Lessons from a caregiver for a rare neurodegenerative disorder [PODCAST]]( In this episode, we have Bruce Rosky, who is a patient advocate. Bruce shares his personal journey as a caregiver for his wife Jennifer, who was diagnosed with adult polyglucosan body disease (APBD), a rare neurodegenerative disorder. He talks about the challenges he faced [...] --------------------------------------------------------------- If a friend sent you this email and you want to subscribe, go to [KevinMD](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 345 Hudson Street New York NY 10014 USA [Unsubscribe]( | [Change Subscriber Options](