Philippa Keneally, MD, MPH, CPCC, PCC

After visiting a Colorado dude ranch recently, I couldn't help acknowledging the several business lessons I gained from my equestrian experience. And it was a very fun metaphor to work with!

A week away at a dude ranch and then a week playing catch-up have wreaked havoc on my blogging schedule. So this is my end-of-week effort to get something useful in front of you.

Still being in travel mode and having engaged in several recent email and phone conversations about ways to practice medicine that involve travel, I'm devoting this blog post to seven ideas for indulging your love of medicine and travel. These ideas range from volunteer work to paid entrepreneurial ventures for physicians.

I'm commonly informed by doctors starting up new businesses that they are on the lookout for venture capital and, oh by the way, can I point them in the direction of some willing venture capitalists who'll be interested in their idea?

After a truly glorious vacation in my "other homes," I have reluctantly rejoined the work force. Since my brain is still foggy with jet lag, here's a useful review of the legalities with which a typical medical practice has to concern itself.

I am deeply, sick-to-the-stomach excited to go back to my homeland and experience the changes that have occurred over the last ten years. We will nestle in a small village on the beautiful Indian Ocea, spend time in the buzzing city of Cape Town, and venture into the bush in Zimbabwe to refuel my soul.

Look no further than 7-year old business owner and entrepreneur, "Queen" Nzinga.

Let's be frank: sometimes this entrepreneurial thing just feels like plain old work. So what do you do when confronted with those dry spells of feeling overwhelmed, underachieving, and lacking in creativity on the job?

As a practicing doc, are you troubled by coming changes to the industry? Been toying with the idea of a change in careers? Then you are in luck. Several organizations are paying attention to your needs and are providing excellent educational opportunities!

My daughter and I have just started reading the third Harry Potter book, and I am reminded yet again of the power of a well-told tale. As someone who also is entranced by a good movie tale, or persuaded by a presentation delivered with a dramatic flourish, I believe in Story.

Did you feel appreciated today? Did your patients send you thank you-you're-great cards? Perhaps not. Nevertheless...