Tag Archives: Medicine

Why Urinary Tract Infections Are One of the Most Common Misdiagnoses in Medicine

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection anywhere along the urinary system — typically the bladder. It’s usually characterized by burning during urination, pelvic pressure, an urgent need to urinate and cloudy or strong-smelling urine. But when those symptoms are absent, and doctors still prescribe antibiotics, the consequences are often serious. Antibiotics disrupt the… Read More: Why Urinary Tract Infections Are One of the Most Common… »

The Symptom-Centered Model of Conventional Medicine

Modern health care is failing to make people healthier. Chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune disorders are more common than ever, yet doctors continue to rely on the same outdated strategies. Instead of looking at the root cause of disease, the medical system focuses on treating symptoms. You feel pain? Take a pill.… Read More: The Symptom-Centered Model of Conventional Medicine »

How to pay for women in medicine programs [PODCAST]

“‘That’s great. You want to start a women in medicine program! How are you going to pay for it?’ This is the most common question and potential barrier from colleagues, leaders, and those who understand the value of these programs. We found that our two-year Women Leaders in Medicine program improved burnout, retention, and engagement… Read More: How to pay for women in medicine programs [PODCAST] »

What I learned from stepping away from medicine for a year [PODCAST]

“Before COVID-19, I left the practice of medicine for what would turn out to become an entire year. While away, I found a new way of seeing our hearts and bodies as humans in the medical profession, allowing me to return. Here are five lessons I learned in the hope they might help others.” Jennifer… Read More: What I learned from stepping away from medicine for a… »