Posted: December 18, 2020 | Category: News
Highmark has launched two new high-performing networks in Pennsylvania that will help employers in the Lehigh Valley and northeastern Pennsylvania offer workers access to the best local doctors and hospitals at the lowest cost.
Posted: December 15, 2020 | Category: Well-Being Tips
How to stay sane when change is relentless
Watch the sun set on 2020 with this calming video
Throw a lifeline to struggling colleague
Try these calming exercises, courtesy of the Shine app for managing anxiety
Studies show optimism actually improves health
Medication adherence can improve the health of your patients and save time
Posted: December 10, 2020 | Category: Well-Being Tips
Patients may have extenuating reasons for not taking their medications, if you help them identify and address the root cause without judgment, you’ll build trust – and you may get a resolution faster.
Posted: November 23, 2020 | Category: News
The annual open enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace has arrived. November 1 to January 15, 2021, individuals and families can choose from a range of high-quality, affordable health insurance plans tailored to their needs.
Posted: November 23, 2020 | Category: Well-Being Tips
Schedule huddles at a time before clinic sessions start. Huddles should last about five to 15 minutes, maximum. Huddles should also start at a consistent time to integrate smoothly into the practice’s workflow, such as before morning or afternoon clinic hours. Make sure if you are not in charge of the huddle that you are there on time, engaged, and provide input.
Posted: November 15, 2020 | Category: Well-Being Tips
Six mindfulness techniques for physicians from Medical News Today
Find your balance and learn how to overcome perfectionism
Boost productivity and team morale by communicating in real time
From the American Medical Association: Tip of the Week on Daily Team Huddles
Learn the AMA’s 7 steps to promoting well-being and resilience
Use this 3-minute breathing technique to help manage stress
A time for grit and optimism
Posted: October 7, 2020 | Category: News
He will create and lead newly established wellness programming and professional fulfillment initiatives. The organization is prioritizing comprehensive and physician-driven program to mitigate the stressors to mitigate the stressors of medical practice.
Posted: October 5, 2020 | Category: News
The awards event will be live-streamed on WFMZ.com on Thursday, Oct. 22, 6-7 p.m. Winners will recount the stories that earned them Spirit of Courage awards. Special awards will also recognize those who made exceptional contributions during COVID-19.
Posted: September 2, 2020 | Category: News
I thought being a member would be helpful to me as an independent physician. It’s easy to feel isolated when you’re in a private practice, without having a connection to what else is going on at the hospital and elsewhere. It is incredibly helpful.
Posted: August 27, 2020 | Category: News
“I emphasize the importance of staff management in the pursuit of higher quality,” says Maulick. This can range from finding ways to improve scheduling to making sure the staff follows the standard workflow to reduce workload and increase team work.