SurgeonMasters Blog - Burnout Prevention & Surgeon Wellness Education

05/05/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Overcoming Common Fears that Hold Doctors/Surgeons Back

Fear is a powerful roadblock. Some doctors experience fear every day at work. This can negatively impact professional growth, as well as patient care.

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04/27/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Faking It! – Life improvement strategies for the surgeon who wants more … in 10 minutes – Episode 08

Pump the brakes on your week and take 10 minutes to make your life as a surgeon just a little better…This week on the mini-podcast we are talking

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04/14/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

4 Ways to Conquer Surgeon Burnout

There are many factors that can contribute to burnout among surgeons, doctors, and other medical professionals. It is not all about diet, exercise and

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04/10/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Published in American Urological Association News – April 2017

Reprinted with permission from AUANews, volume 22, issue 4, 2017; © American Urological Association 2017.WELL Now …Let’s talk about ...Questioning

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04/06/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Knowing Your Janitor’s Name! – Life improvement strategies for the surgeon who wants more … in 10 minutes – Episode 07

Pump the brakes on your week and take 10 minutes to make your life as a surgeon just a little better…This week on the mini-podcast we are welcoming

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03/31/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Performance Training in Golf, Yoga & Surgery

Golf My golf game improved the most when others were tracking my handicap. In fact, that summer I received the “Most Improved Award.” At the

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03/23/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Tips for Medical Students to Prevent Burnout

Physician burnout is a serious issue in the United States. When discussing burnout, most people focus on doctors and surgeons, completely ignoring

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03/23/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Attending Annual Meetings! – Life improvement strategies for the surgeon who wants more … in 10 minutes – Episode 06

Pump the brakes on your week and take 10 minutes to make your life as a surgeon just a little better… This week on the mini-podcast we are discussing

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03/14/2017 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

3 Tips for Burned Out Surgeons to Communicate with their Bosses

When surgeons experience burnout, it can impact their ability to communicate effectively. That goes for patients, as well as co-workers and bosses.

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