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Female physicians spend more time with each patient than male doctors do and their patients report increased satisfaction. But the extra time adds up and results in less money.
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Certain diagnoses are harder to catch without an in-person connection. And beyond that, a doctor reflects on the loss of a ritual that can provide "real comfort and meaning" to physician and patient.
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Doctors who are doing their residency training at Upstate University Hospital have the chance to improve their communication skills with the help of a…
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Would you admit a mistake if it meant legal action and potentially the end of your career? Doctors are put in a hard spot when it comes to making an…
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Many people with depression, anxiety or other mental health disorders prefer talk therapy to taking medication alone. Upstate psychologist Roger Greenberg…
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Have you ever gone into a doctor’s appointment and been left wondering who took your blood pressure? Who asked about that prescription? Chances are you’re…
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An Upstate nurse practitioner was surprised to learn through her own research that patients undergoing chemotherapy are not necessarily bothered by the…
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Establishing empathy for a patient can be tough for doctors under increasing time pressure. Yet empathy -- being able to see the world as the patient does…
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Living with a chronic disease can feel overwhelming when trying to keep up with treatment. However, some aspects could be improved simply by creating…