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With heavy patient loads and uncertainty surrounding health reform, it’s not surprising that many physicians occasionally feel overwhelmed or burnout. But for those looking to make a radical career change away from primary care, Physician Executive Coach Ashley Wendel, MA, CMC, PDC, says they should first consider their options.

More than 70% of primary care visits are related to psychosocial issues, including anxiety and depression. Although few primary care physicians currently have the resources to help patients address those issues, a new program may show that investing in those services is worthwhile both for the provider and the patient.

Burnout and dissatisfaction are all-too-common among primary care physicians, but some practices have found ways to make medicine enjoyable again.

Primary care physicians (PCPs) are in the greatest demand by hospitals, medical groups, and other healthcare organizations seeking to fill staffing needs, a new survey indicates.

In a survey of more than 1,400 physicians, 61% of primary care physicians said they'd be willing to participate in an accountable care organization with at least one payer.

How to handle patient records if you depart the country to practice as a locum tenens.

Know whether your disability insurance policy will cover you while working abroad.

The use of locum tenens is rising, underlining the ongoing shortage of doctors nationwide.

Know how to pay your taxes as locum.

Disability insurance, disability policy cost and tax obligations while training overseas are all addressed

Here's how to find and use these substitute doctors.

New technologies including the Internet, cellular phones, and handheld devices such as smart phones can enhance the management of your practice when you are either traveling or away from the office, said Mrunal Shah, MD, Vice President, Physician IT Services, Ohiohealth, Columbus, Ohio.

Ignoring his dad's warnings caused this physician a lot of needless pain. Here's what those troubles taught him.

Here's a series of Q&As that will help you assess a unique way to travel.

The author will forever wonder what might have happened had heacted sooner.

If you have patients struggling with mental disorders, consider bringing onboard a mental health professional.

This is the third in a series of articles on specific ancillary services that can boost your bottom line and keep you and your practice busy in a competitive market.

This is the second in a series of articles on specific ancillary services that can boost your bottom line and keep you and your practice busy in a competitive healthcare market.

This is the second in a series of articles on specific ancillary services that can boost your bottom line and keep you and your practice busy in a competitive healthcare market.

Federal EEOC requirements—and their local equivalents—govern hiring, firing, and everything in between.

If a routine employment physical or workers' comp exam reveals abnormal results, your obligation to the patient goes deeper than you might think.

No thanks to universal coverage; in defense of hospice

Solo practice saved me

A physician search firm and the Internet can help you ferret out opportunities. Or you can get by with a little help from your friends, and their friends.

Answers to your questions about...outside researchers; record removal; business associates; covered entities

Here's the latest data on what healthcare providers around the country are charging for the services you do most. Compare your fee schedule to see if you're on track.

Part-time doctors can work alongside full-timers--and benefit both a practice and its patients.

This fifth article in our series tells you how to assemble your practice team.