Compassion Fatigue

'Perfect storm' CAEP calls for supports to keep seasoned ED nurses from walking away from their profession
The Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians is calling for support as healthcare professionals working in struggling EDs across the country are "suffering from PTSD and are poised to leave their profession."
Physician-assisted . . .
I tried so hard to be there for her and to make her feel loved, but could not help my tears rolling down my cheeks.

The gig is up: Why more doctors are moonlighting today

Vikram Luthra, CEO of billing software provider Dr. Bill, says the risk of burnout is a factor driving more physicians to take on side gigs.
Doctors frustrated with 'selfishness' of unvaccinated people, protesters
2021 had deadliest first half of a year for drug toxicity in B.C., chief coroner says

It's the highest death toll recorded in the first six months of a calendar year during the province's overdose crisis.
I love family medicine but I'm worried and frustrated

Dr. Alykhan Abdulla says he believes family medicine is being disrespected and threatened and that it is now false to describe family medicine as a 'calling.'
Sick, stressed out, burned out? New CMPA department sets out to help doctors stay well

EMR-driven burnout and racism against physicians will be among the key issues addressed in the new department's strategy, scheduled for rollout in early 2022
Pharmacists who drive me crazy

To those pharmacists who go the extra mile, wait the extra hours, fix patients' watches, bring in fresh produce and eggs for their patients. I love you, but maybe it's time to dial it down a bit?
What bed shortage? Alberta doctors pen response to op-ed by AHS CEO

ER physicians accuse Alberta Health Services of misinterpreting its own data and point to deteriorating conditions in emergency departments across the province.
Six month suspension for surgeon for insulting remarks toward staff

A Montreal surgeon has been suspended for six months for repeatedly saying things like "When I speak, you shut your mouth" to nurses and attendants.

'Perfect storm' CAEP calls for supports to keep seasoned ED nurses from walking away from their profession

Physician-assisted . . .

The gig is up: Why more doctors are moonlighting today

Doctors frustrated with 'selfishness' of unvaccinated people, protesters

2021 had deadliest first half of a year for drug toxicity in B.C., chief coroner says

I love family medicine but I'm worried and frustrated

Sick, stressed out, burned out? New CMPA department sets out to help doctors stay well

Pharmacists who drive me crazy

What bed shortage? Alberta doctors pen response to op-ed by AHS CEO

Six month suspension for surgeon for insulting remarks toward staff