Archive for June, 2008
Saturday, June 28th, 2008
When I was in contract negotiations for my current job, I would get a monthly bill from my attorney. The bill was itemized and listed the date and length of each phone conversation I had with my attorney, and listed the amount of time he had spent reviewing and editing ...
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Friday, June 27th, 2008
The American Board of Family Medicine allows a three year extension on recertification as long as a few self-assessment modules are completed every three years. That means, that I will only have to take a board certification test every ten years. That worries me. Call me weird, but I'd rather be tested ...
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Thursday, June 26th, 2008
Negotiating an employment contract should not be taken lightly or done in haste. I would strongly encourage you to hire a lawyer who is familiar with physician employment contract negotiations in the same city or state that you'll be employed. That said, you need to be sure that you think ...
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Tuesday, June 24th, 2008
First, let me start by saying that you should approach your job with an open mind. Make sure to interview in multiple practice types - i.e. hospital owned practices, small private practices, large private practice groups, multispecialty groups - and in different locations. You'll find yourself better informed when it comes ...
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Sunday, June 22nd, 2008
Unfortunately for most young doctors, medical schools and residency programs fail to teach (or even mention) business management and personal finance principles. With a little planning, you can make your transition to private practice an enjoyable experience. We'll begin with tips for landing a desirable job.
Do not let physician recruiters ...
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Saturday, June 21st, 2008
When I refer a patient to a specialist, I've noticed that my staff seem to waste a lot of time playing "piggie-in-the-middle." They have to call the specialist's office to schedule the patient's appointment, then call the patient with the appointment information (and possibly repeat this process), get a pre-cert ...
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Friday, June 20th, 2008
My love for you is not confined by time.
I am charged with your care.
You are delicate and sensitive, your value is unsurpassed.
You are God's love lavished richly upon me.
I am determined to protect you with terrifying voracity.
I am determined to love you with unwavering sincerity.
I am determined to provide for ...
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Thursday, June 19th, 2008
Obesity is a major problem in the United States of America because it has so many comorbidities (related illnesses) that put obese individuals at increased risk for death. Examples include coronary artery disease, type II diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure.
There are a few medical problems (like a low functioning thyroid) and ...
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Wednesday, June 18th, 2008
Whether you realize it or not, somebody probably looks up to you and admires you, and chances are that somebody is a child.
If you have a child in your life, you need to be keenly aware of that child's need for affirmation. Boys and girls have a basic need for kind ...
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Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Prostate cancer screening should generally be started when you reach 50 years of age or before the age at which a first degree relative had prostate cancer diagnosed. Your doctor will help you determine when screening should be initiated.
Unfortunately, screening for prostate cancer requires two invasive procedures.
The first procedure is ...
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