The three pillars of emotional intelligence are communication, appreciation, and empathy. High emotional intelligence can play a part in building or undermining relationships with colleagues and patients.
Should Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Be Screened for Depression?
Screening for depression in patients with OSA would be worthwhile because there is a high rate of comorbidity.
In-Flight Medical Emergencies Are Common, Best Handled by a Team
In-flight medical emergencies most commonly involve near-syncope and gastrointestinal, respiratory, and cardiovascular symptoms.
Intimate Partner Violence Can Exacerbate Medical Problems
Current or past intimate partner violence may be included in the differential diagnosis of many medical and behavioral health conditions, particularly in women.
How to Talk to Patients about Conditions Considered Sexually Transmitted
Talking to patients and their loved ones about conditions that may have been sexually transmitted can be awkward for you and upsetting to them.
Understanding the Minimal Clinically Important Difference in Patient-Reported Outcomes
Explaining how to calculate and interpret the minimal clinically important difference of patient-reported outcome measures?
Do Prior Authorization Requests Hurt Patient Care?
Otolaryngologists say preauthorization is becoming more complex and frustrating.
Roles of Altruism, Empathy, and Compassion in Modern Clinical Practice
Are altruism, empathy, and compassionnstill valued virtues in “modern” medicine, or have patients come to expect something else in the provision of their healthcare by physicians.
Are All Cases of Sinusitis the Same?
How Physicians Can Help Make Sure Patients are Accurately Informed
Any discussion about the future of otolaryngology must include making sure our patients are informed adequately and accurately.
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