Peoria, IL., April 6, 2023 - SurgeonMasters CEO Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, PCC invited to lead a half day session and Grand Rounds about
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March 9, 2023 - Joseph M. Kaczmarczyk, DO, MPH, MBA, received the Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Lifetime Achievement
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Dear Community: What brings you joy? Based on the moment, the response may vary. I know it does for me. I will always answer ‘my family,’ but
Continue ReadingCreative Outlets! – Life improvement strategies for the surgeon who wants more … in 10 minutes – Episode 97
Guest: Wendell "Cody" Cole MD Wendell is a current Orthopaedic Surgery chief resident at Tulane University SOM. He
Continue ReadingDoctor Differently! – Life improvement strategies for the surgeon who wants more … in 10 minutes – Episode 96
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Continue ReadingJeff Letter — February 2023
Dear Community: What do you need? Before you tell me, I’m curious how you read this question. Was it with aggravation, condescension, or
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Continue ReadingHow Stoic Philosophy Increases Coping Skills and Resilience
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Continue ReadingJeff Letter — January 2023
Building Your Identity in 2023 Dear Community: Not once in my training or career was I ever taught that creating a professional identity might help me
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