Greg Kelly

Even as today's physicians admit patient interaction is one of the few things they love about medicine, the vast majority of them think that appropriate time with their patients is forever gone

Though medical marijuana clinics are becoming commonplace in many states, physicians remain skeptical, in part due to the apparent ease of getting certified to take the drug. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list, a look at the emotional interactions of patients and physicians, and how the National Football League is using aerial views to diagnose concussions.

Discipline is a trait common to many physicians. One needs discipline simply to survive medical school. These 14 quotes underscore the power of self control.

In the wake of heated criticism, TV doctor Mehmet Oz, MD, has quietly been conducting a "listening tour," speaking with physician groups to try to recalibrate his show and boost his medical credibility. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list, a warning about hand sanitizer and an update on how physicians are handling the wave of new patients created by the Affordable Care Act.

Football can be a great escape for physicians. In this week's column, Greg Kelly recounts how his father loved the game, and witnessed some of the NFL's most historic moments.

A new survey shows the key frustrations of American physicians. The top answers… probably won't surprise you. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list: A look at physician compensation by specialty and a report on the exodus of physicians from Ireland.

Baseball can serve as another "ready escape" for today's weary doctors and a way to bond with family.

When it comes to healthcare reform, the vast majority of US physicians feel voiceless, according to a new survey. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list, a call for an end to the "toxic treatment" of doctors, and a closer look at one of the physicians running for president.

A new survey show physicians are among the highest paid professionals in the US. However, high pay doesn't always translate into high job satisfaction.

Transitioning to ICD-10 is far from inexpensive. A look at the average cost of the transition tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list: A look at physician pay relative to other professions, and new data on the diversity of the nation's medical students.

A new survey of primary care providers shows many doctors are thinking about early retirement or changing careers.

A recent case in Maryland highlighted the problem of bad physician behavior while patients are sedated. Now, an anonymous confessional in a respected medical journal suggests this wasn't an isolated incident. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list, a machine that "vomits" and a look at how to streamline your practice.

A physician-nurse couple made a big impact on the lives of their community as healthcare practitioners, and as World War II veterans.

While the majority of dying patients would like their spiritual needs addressed, many physicians feel uncomfortable doing so. Is there a right way or time to bring up religion in a hospital setting? That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list: the number of doctors leaving independent practices for hospital employment is increasing and a look at the important contributions made by the late Richard S. Ross, former dean of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

A recent survey shows physician salaries at medical groups are increasing, though not by a lot. However, not every specialty got a bump in pay in 2014.

As more and more people use online crowd-sourced reviews to make purchasing decisions, some experts are asking whether such sites have a role in making healthcare decisions. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list: a look at physicians' mixed feelings about Medicare, and a candid look at medical residents learning to perform abortion at a time of heightened controversy.

Triple Crown winner American Pharoah recently raced at New Jersey's Haskell Invitational. Columnist Greg Kelly caught the race, and shares his experiences, as well as the story of the horse's physician connection.

A new study probes the lingering pay disparity between male and female physicians at US hospitals. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also making the list: A look at smartphones are becoming more prevalent in US clinics, as are nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

The doctor-patient relationship is critically important, yet the intermittent nature of the relationship often makes it difficult to make meaningful connections. These 9 tips can help facilitate better relationships.

Doctors do incredible work and get paid more than most. However, given the life-saving nature of medicine and the amount of student debt most physicians have, their income pales in comparison to many other well-known professionals.

A new survey finds consumers who buy healthcare on government exchanges end up with smaller provider networks. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also making the list: A defense of doctors taking pharmaceutical money, and a look at a doctors' strike in Russia (where physicians earn a shockingly low wage).

Some of these 19 facts and figures will surprise you, many will make you scratch your head. All of them would be pretty good conversation starters at your next cocktail party.

A Florida court has ruled a state medical-malpractice cap to be "unconstitutional." That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the list, large healthcare systems push telemedicine, and new research suggest the small, independent medical practices still have a fighting chance.

Though its dominant presence in the medical field has faded somewhat, the American Medical Association remains an influential force in the nation's capital. Now, the organization is hoping to use its influence to combat a particularly thorny problem: Physician burnout.

As the Greek government rejects the terms of a proposed European Union bailout, physicians from Greece are rejecting the instability and moving elsewhere. That story, plus a look at a new trove of doctor payment data, in this week's PMD Critical List.

Anyone with a stressful day job knows the value of finding a good way to relax. Columnist Greg Kelly recalls how owning and riding horses proved to be a key stress-reliever for his physician-father.

Running a large healthcare corporation may be a complex job, but it can also be very lucrative. This week's Critical List begins with a look at some of the highest-paid CEOs in the healthcare and pharma sectors.

Survey after survey show that most of today's practicing doctors have become tired, irritable, and cynical about their once august profession. And why shouldn't they be? These strategies will help physicians get the most out of the challenging profession.

Could consolidation among the nation‘s largest health insurers lead to what amounts to a pay cut for doctors? That story, plus a look at pay disparities in pharmaceutical speaking fees and a call for doctors to do more for obese patients, in this week's PMD Critical List.

Doctors work hard to improve the quality of patients' lives. But when that's not possible, do doctors have a role to play in helping patients commit suicide? Polls show the public - and doctors - have mixed feelings on the question.