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Chief residents offer 4 ways programs can fight burnout

Four chief medical residents from Brigham and Women’s Hospital offer their vantage point on resident burnout and how programs can combat it.

Resident Wellness
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#MeToo in medicine: The after effects of harassment

Many sexual harassment and discrimination events are not reported by medical students. Learn about the psychological effects and legal ramifications.  

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Physician Health
Moving Medicine Podcast
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8 Min Read

#MeToo in medicine: We can all be allies

Harassment is more common in historically male-dominated fields, such as medicine. Learn how to prevent a hostile work environment.

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Physician Health
Moving Medicine Podcast
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Medical resident bullying: Here's how often it happens

A minority of internal medicine residents report being bullied, but for those who get picked on the consequences are often severe.

Physician Health
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3 Min Read

5 ways to support medical residents facing patient discrimination

About two-thirds of trainees have been verbally harassed by patients. A legal expert suggests how to respond.

Physician Health
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Why women physicians are more likely to experience burnout

Learn more about the key factors that are contributing to female burnout in medicine.

Physician Health
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What to do when patient says, “I’d rather have a white doctor.”

The emotional harm to physicians of color can be substantial. The first step is to acknowledge racist speech and behaviors.

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

Inside Mayo Clinic's 5-step process for handling biased patients

Patients with hateful attitudes can pose a problem. Now physicians and other health professionals at Mayo have a place to turn for help.

Physician Health
Sumi Makkar Sexton, MD, and Tiffani Bell, MD
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Supporting physician mothers on their journey

Two physician moms share their experiences with balancing motherhood and a thriving medical career, while joining forces with other women for support.

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