More psychiatrists have gravitated toward administrative positions as their primary function in an ever-changing behavioral health care environment. At the same time, many such psychiatrists have also wished to further establish, or preserve, professional identities as academicians. Read More
Psychiatric Times invites you to attend our 5th Virtual Career Expo—now on demand. You will have access to important sessions, Q&As, podcasts, and information on professional organizations. Read More
Forensic psychiatrist Dr Carla Rodgers covers critical concepts in malpractice, which has expanded greadlyin depth and breadth. Much of what had been taught about diagnosis and treatment is in need of revision.Read More
Good risk management is part of, but also distinct from, good clinical practice. Practicing “within the parameters set by law” means being familiar with some legal concepts. This article discusses what psychiatrists need to know to immunize themselves against many untoward consequences.Read More
Tax Schemes Every Physician Should Avoid Ike Devji, JD, January 31, 2012 The next 60 days marks the final push to sell physicians across the United States tax plans of both good and questionable value.
Prevent Physician Distraction When Using mHealth Technology Aubrey Westgate, January 25, 2012 As more and more physicians use handheld mobile technology in their day-to-day work, some critics are raising concerns about “distracted doctoring.”
Can That Applicant Do the Job at Your Medical Practice? Karen Zupko, January 25, 2012 If like many communities, yours has significant numbers of non-English speaking people with whom neither you nor your staff are able to converse, your practice is at a serious disadvantage.