Can a doctor be a hero? Definitely. What about a nurse? Absolutely! But, let's not forget everyone else who may perform heroic actions or in fact be heroes. The cleaning staff and the food workers are vitally important. They face dangers as well. If not for them, our hospitals and long-term care facilities would be unfit for habitation. Everyone providing the behind-the-scenes services deserves the admiration and respect given to front-line responders. Pedestals set People up for Falls Our society loves to identify … [Read More...] about Pedestals are for Statues Shared Respect Builds Relationships
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Technology Needs to Solve Problems—Not Amplify Them
The disaster that is the COVID-19 pandemic will leave large numbers of chronically ill patients requiring treatment for lung scarring, … [Read More...] about Technology Needs to Solve Problems—Not Amplify Them
Leaders Get the Best from Their Employees
The Clipboard My father was an engineer who designed power plants. His first day of work was an education— one that applies to many … [Read More...] about Leaders Get the Best from Their Employees
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Case Study: Leadership Means Finding the Source of Problems
SQ is a loyal employee who brings a positive attitude and is always on time and willing to help out. Recently, however the office manager found SQ's … [Read More...] about Case Study: Leadership Means Finding the Source of Problems
Case Study: Dr. FB and the Cancellations
Dr. FB has been in the practice for five years. He is a good fit for the culture of the practice and gets along well with the other doctors. However, … [Read More...] about Case Study: Dr. FB and the Cancellations
Employee Retention Credits
There has been a flurry of legislative activity since the beginning of the pandemic one year ago. One item that might have flown beneath your radar is … [Read More...] about Employee Retention Credits
Choosing an Accountant
“Why should I choose you?” is a question I hear often from physicians who are contemplating a change. My typical response is that I am not saying you … [Read More...] about Choosing an Accountant
Case Study: Dr. SR Has a Poor Visit to a Practice Recruiting Him
Dr. SR is interviewing with a midsize practice. He does not know the practice well on a personal level, he has family in the area and is optimistic … [Read More...] about Case Study: Dr. SR Has a Poor Visit to a Practice Recruiting Him
The Perils of Phishing—Hook, Line, and Sinker
Phishing is a type of cyberattack using email to trick someone into divulging personal information, including passwords. Health care phishing is … [Read More...] about The Perils of Phishing—Hook, Line, and Sinker
Planning a Comeback? Let us Help.
Covid-19 is changing our world forever. Every healthcare practice looks drastically different than 6 weeks ago. Before the pandemic, health … [Read More...] about Planning a Comeback? Let us Help.
Appointment Reminders
Almost every office and hospital use patient appointment reminders. Some are poor, others mediocre, and some do a relatively good job. In the present … [Read More...] about Appointment Reminders
Patient Waitlists
Many patients want an earlier appointment. Many offices have cancellations and no-shows. Often offices use a waitlist to try to solve both problems, … [Read More...] about Patient Waitlists