There is no need to vilify the physician, no justification for insulting an entire profession of people who do our best every day to care for you and your loved ones, often at the expense of our own little worlds.
A sustainable system must replace shrinking physician mentorship with structured postgraduate training and interprofessional support to protect the future of primary care.
Conflicts of interest in U.S. health agencies have grown due to extensive financial ties between officials and the pharmaceutical industry, undermining public trust and policy…
The American College of Physicians annual meeting offers education, inspiration, and community for internal medicine physicians, fostering professional excellence, patient advocacy, and enduring friendships.
Academic publishing has evolved into a profit-driven industry that exploits researchers, but nonprofit alternatives are emerging to make science truly open and accessible to the…
Advancements in genetics, biomarkers, electrophysiology, neurotechnology, and AI are revolutionizing psychiatry by shifting from subjective diagnoses to a precise, preventative, and individualized approach that enhances…
The language physicians use significantly impacts patient understanding and decision-making, as illustrated by two contrasting scenarios—one where medical jargon created confusion and another where clear,…
Patients have mixed feelings about AI in health care, appreciating its potential benefits but also worrying about misdiagnosis, privacy risks, bias, and unintended consequences, making…
AI is revolutionizing health care by enhancing efficiency and decision-making, yet its widespread adoption depends on trust, regulation, and evidence-based implementation.
Diversity in medicine saves lives by reducing biases that cause disparities in treatment.
Clinicians often prioritize patient autonomy over well-being, sometimes leading to preventable harm, and systemic inefficiencies in health and social services delay necessary interventions, underscoring the…
