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How to identify patients with undetected prediabetes

One in three U.S. adults has prediabetes and only 10 percent know they have it. To incorporate prediabetes screening and identification into routine patient workflows, follow this toolkit.

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New survey shows decline in physician burnout

The physician burnout rate has dropped below 50 percent for the first time since 2011, according to a new triennial study. But more work still needs to be done.

Physician Health
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Ditch the “stupid stuff” that drives doctors crazy

Physician administrative burdens can take a toll on well-being. This health system is changing that by eliminating “stupid stuff” from daily requirements.

Physician Health
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What to tell patients when AI is part of the care team

The rise of AI creates a novel set of ethical challenges that must be identified and mitigated, such as the question of how to properly inform patients. This is what physicians should know.

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Empathy: A critical ally in battling physician burnout

Strengthen communication with messages to patients and colleagues that come from the heart. Learn more about this medical group’s innovative use of physician empathy training.

Physician Health
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5 steps to help patients prevent diabetes

Early and intensive lifestyle intervention can prevent or delay diabetes. Follow these five steps to help prevent type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes
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Cleveland Clinic’s doctor peer coaches build physician resiliency

The preeminent health system’s program battles burnout and helps build doctors’ engagement and relationship-building skills.

Physician Health
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In battle against doctor burnout, reading—for fun—is fundamental

Organizational change is key, but reading for pleasure can boost physician well-being, research shows. Find out how.

Physician Health
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How can physicians care, and advocate for, undocumented immigrants?

Undocumented immigrants are among the country’s most vulnerable populations. This is how physicians can help address immigration-related fears and anxieties that affect their health.

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