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J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA, cofounder of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, discusses differences between burnout and depression among health care workers, and why both have been a surprise for the general public, especially before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Physicians are human beings who, like everyone, must manage their own mental health.

Is the physician burnout crisis actually improving?

An explainer on the many changes coming to student loans, and what physicians need to know.

Christine Yu Moutier, MD, chief medical officer for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, explains the Foundation’s mission.

All are important, with key differences

Experts report on efforts to change the workplace and the culture of medicine

The president’s student loan initiative only covers a portion of the average debt of medical school, but the Association of American Medical Colleges says it still does some good.

Today is Physician Family Day, the perfect time to reflect and address any potential burnout symptoms and spend quality time re-engaging with your loved ones.

Physicians Foundation president offers resources, evidence-based actions for leaders.

Earning ancillary income as an expert witness in malpractice and other cases can be a rewarding gig for practicing physicians.

Report documents increasing number of DO physicians, students.

Ernest R. Gelb, DO, FACOFP, 126th president of the American Osteopathic Association, offers thanks to America’s primary care physicians.

Ernest R. Gelb, DO, FACOFP, 126th president of the American Osteopathic Association, talks about his career and life as a small-town physician.

Physician-led care and inappropriate scope of practice issues.

Apologizing when you are a physician is important, and its also important to be careful.

Ernest R. Gelb, DO, FACOFP, 126th president of the American Osteopathic Association, discusses the importance of physician wellness and resources.

Ernest R. Gelb, DO, FACOFP, 126th president of the American Osteopathic Association, the National Resident Matching Program and the current crop of osteopathic medicine students.

Ernest R. Gelb, DO, practiced in rural Pennsylvania, South Carolina.

Numerous services are available to help doctors prevent and cope with burnout.

The second part of a series on making your practice run like a well-oiled machine.

Feelings of cynicism are among the first signs of burnout.

It’s important for doctors to work on the elements of burnout they can control rather than waiting for the system to change

Even small steps towards mindfulness can provide doctors with a sense of control in their lives.

How to make sure resignations don't derail your staff retention.

Doctors’ inability to stop thinking about work can harm relationships with family and friends.

Doctors can learn to look for early warning signs of their own emotional distress.

Find the right time to retire is a challenge you can prepare for.

Don't wait until it's too late to start planning for practice succession.

How doctors can manage their emotions and learn to build resilience.