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National Nurses Day, Week, and Month
National Nurses Day, Week, and Month
Ways to celebrate National Nurses Day, Week, and Month

Nurses touch virtually every aspect of the spectrum of care, and it’s time they receive the credit they deserve.

40+ interesting facts about doctors and independent practices to celebrate National Doctors Day

We’re wishing a happy National Doctors Day to providers by sharing over 40 interesting stats on doctors and independent practices.

NP stands smiling with other medical professionals happy to be a leader in nurse practitioner disruptive innovation
NP stands smiling with other medical professionals happy to be a leader in nurse practitioner disruptive innovation
Are nurse practitioners disruptive innovators in healthcare?

Nurse practitioners have a vital role in the future of healthcare. Here are 3 ways that NPs are at the forefront of innovation in patient care.

a provider illustrating causes of stress in doctors
a provider illustrating causes of stress in doctors
Common causes of stress in doctors — and how to manage stress at your practice

Physician burnout does not have to be your reality. See these common triggers of doctor stress and how to effectively address them.

smiling employees at healthcare staff meeting discussing employee retention
smiling employees at healthcare staff meeting discussing employee retention
10 strategies to improve healthcare staff retention for your practice

Here’s how to reduce turnover, avoid the associated expenses, and build and maintain a strong team at your medical practice.

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healthcare staff and patient
healthcare staff and patient
Empower your staff to boost patient satisfaction

Boosting patient satisfaction is a top priority for most physicians and practices. It’s easy to look outside your office for answers, but the solution is often right under your nose.

front office worker looking at computer
front office worker looking at computer
How many office staff does my healthcare practice need?

Here’s how to uncover the number of people you need to successfully manage your front office.

doctor reading about physician burnout
doctor reading about physician burnout
5 ways to fight burnout at your healthcare practice

If you and your staff are suffering burnout, here are a few simple strategies that can help improve morale and reduce stress.

doctor reading about physician burnout
doctor reading about physician burnout
Physician burnout: Consequences, causes, and solutions

Burnout is a major reason doctors leave the profession, close their practice and delivery poor patient care. Find out the main causes and how to address each.

healthcare worker burned out
healthcare worker burned out
Burnout in healthcare workers is a real issue

Are you concerned about burnout at your independent practice? Here are 4 tips to help protect yourself and your staff from burnout.

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Get expert tips, guides, and valuable insights for your healthcare practice