On August 16, 2023 the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery (JBJS) published “What’s Important: Living (and Thriving) with Stress” authored by Robert
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Hi Community: Our best practice looks different day-to-day based on factors that limit or enhance our ability to access peak performance. When you’re
Continue ReadingSurgeonMasters CEO Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC Invited to Speak at the 2023 Society of Actuaries Annual Meeting
July 11, 2023 - SurgeonMasters CEO Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC will serve as expert on the panel, How Is Physician Burnout Affecting Medicare
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Dear Community: In early June I traveled to Chicago for the American Academy of Physician Leaders (AAPL) annual conference to present, “The Value of a
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Dear Community: Last week SurgeonMasters published the 100th episode of the mini-podcast. As an introvert, it is a rewarding accomplishment,
Continue Reading100th episode of the SurgeonMasters podcast, Life Improvement Strategies for the Surgeon Who Wants More…in 10 Minutes
May 24, 2023 - SurgeonMasters CEO Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, PCC, reaches the milestone 100th episode of the SurgeonMasters podcast, Life Improvement
Continue ReadingWhy I Am a Surgeon: A Patient’s Story of Triumph, Healing, and Giving Back
There are countless reasons why physicians choose the medical profession. The opportunity to make a positive impact on someone's life, to heal, and to
Continue ReadingJeff Letter — May 2023
Dear Community:On the podcast episode, Appreciating Compassion!, Carla Smith, MD made me think about priorities - the good, the bad, and the ugly. A
Continue ReadingJeff Letter — April 2023
Dear Community: I intended to share one or two educational podcasts and a blog this month. It didn’t happen. I’m frustrated, but this presents an
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