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The Ethics of Reopening During the COVID-19 Pandemic

August 31, 2020

How can we keep the public safe and reopen the economy at the same time?

ACP Releases Ethical Guidance for Electronic Communication With Patients

August 25, 2020

A position paper presents the best ways to use electronic communication, particularly timely given the pandemic.

50 Years of Medical Oaths

August 17, 2020

At one time, most medical school classes took the Hippocratic oath, but that is no longer the case.

How Reading Current Literature Stimulates Duh and Yawn Responses

August 03, 2020

An analysis of causes and potential interventions and recommendations for clinicians to stay up to date.

American College of Physicians Suggests Lead Health Care Reform

July 28, 2020

Policy suggestions released earlier this year could be used to guide actions during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Investing Tips in a Time of Crisis

June 30, 2020

Amidst this world of unknowns, the authors share some tips and advice to weather the financial fallout of this storm.

Tools for Avoiding Negativity in the Face of Uncertainty

June 19, 2020

Heidi Moawad, MD, discusses the pitfalls of negative thinking and shares specific tips for heatlh professionals and the public to avoid it.

Discovering Psychiatry throughout the 5 Boroughs

June 19, 2020

Asking for Help? What Health Professionals Need to Know

June 18, 2020

Nearly 40% of physicians are reluctant to seek medical care for a mental health condition. There is discrimination in medical licensing, difficulty retaining hospital privileges, and interruptions in professional advancement. A secret remains untreated and stigma continues.

Mental Health Parity in the US: Have We Made Any Real Progress?

June 17, 2020

A breakdown of how we are living up to the ideals and standards proposed by the 2008 Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, including the pandemic's impact on parity.