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05/17/2023 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Why 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

05/05/2023 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Jeff 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

04/17/2023 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Jeff 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

04/06/2023 Paul Hiller

SurgeonMasters CEO Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC Speaks at University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria

Peoria, IL., April 6, 2023 - SurgeonMasters CEO Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, PCC invited to lead a half day session and Grand Rounds about

03/09/2023 Paul Hiller

SurgeonMasters Community Member Joseph Kaczmarczyk, DO, MPH, MBA Awarded 2023 APGO Lifetime Achievement Award

March 9, 2023 - Joseph M. Kaczmarczyk, DO, MPH, MBA, received the Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Lifetime Achievement

03/01/2023 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Jeff Letter — March 2023

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

02/01/2023 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Jeff 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

01/26/2023 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Use Active Listening To Empower Others

As physicians, our lives are easier when we empower those around us. Patient care and leadership are two obvious examples of how empowerment can

01/02/2023 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Jeff 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