Not all roses will bloom: Tales of the polluted time‘I have come to realize, albeit belatedly, that it’s important to learn to say no,’ says Dr. Jabir Jassam. The crucial skills we didn’t learn in pharmacy schoolAs I’ve matured, I’ve learned that emotional intelligence, building resiliency and being able to regulate myself are extremely important life skills. In this new blog series I hope to share ideas to help you build these skills to manage burnout. 62 burnout hacks from the Quack I have been an emergency, then family doctor for 50 years. Here are some tips that have helped me avoid burnout and still love medicine. Trauma in medicine How many professions encourage you to avoid your physical needs? Poll: Do you think family practice residency should have a third year? Take our weekly doctor poll. See what your colleagues say. A peculiar desire In speaking with a patient nearing end of life, I’m reminded of how important it is to go beyond the “written” directives. Genital hygiene 101: A class a lot of adults need to retake Patients (and some physicians) think that genital hygiene products are useful but the reality is that the industry exploits a marketing strategy designed to turn shame and insecurity about sexuality into profit. Taking the OMA to task When an organization can change the rules in its favour—and undermine the wishes of members in the process—we should all be greatly concerned. Case report: A confusing travel rash? Pride and prejudice on the job There is some innate bias and prejudice that we all take to work at times. First Previous 78 79 80 81 82 Next Last