More than others in many other professions, physicians often avoid negotiations with potential employers. In particular, they stay away from negotiating their salaries. They often do not ask for more compensation before starting a new physician job, and they also do not ask for more money over their years of work in the same role. The result can be … [Read more...]
3 Ways Physicians Should Negotiate Before Accepting a New Job
New Data on PCP Handling of Psoriasis
Though psoriasis is a well-known disorder with a variety of treatment options, it is considered an undertreated condition. Because data suggest that nearly 60% of those who have moderate-to-severe psoriasis and are covered by insurance have gone untreated, researchers have begun to explore how to best ensure that more of those suffering from … [Read more...]
New Data on How Tai Chi Helps Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
It has long been recognized that regular exercise promotes health, and it has also been established that it can improve well-being amongst adult patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. Tai Chi, a mind-body Chinese martial art that is popular for both defense training and exercise, has been shown to provide physical benefits to patients. … [Read more...]
What is the Impact of Consuming Sugar at Breakfast?
Does eating a breakfast high in sugar prime people to crave sugar throughout the day, or does it stave off hunger, reducing subsequent sugar intake in the afternoon and evening? Interestingly, the answer is neither, according to a new study published in the journal, Obesity. While researchers and clinicians have debated the value of breakfast … [Read more...]
Benefits of Outsourced Hospital Physicians
Businesses have always depended on outsourcing to help keep their costs low. However, with the overabundance of physician staffing, hospitals have to move to outside physician groups instead of employing their own. While there have been plenty of myths to circulate about outsourced physicians, there are inherent benefits to employing outsourced … [Read more...]