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Tips for Promoting a Positive Work Environment in Medical Settings

Creating a healthy work environment for healthcare employees requires leadership to properly address conflict, protect workers from physical harm and prioritize mental health.

How Hospitals Can Support Healthcare Worker Mental Health

MLMIC shares strategies to alleviate the stress of physicians and other clinical staff amid the ongoing challenges of COVID-19.

The Crisis of Physician Burnout During COVID-19

While caring for patients throughout the global healthcare crisis, physicians have put themselves at risk of contracting COVID-19 and dealt with a lack of resources and staff – all while taking care of, or in many cases, neglecting, their own mental health.

Five Strategies for Supporting Healthcare Professionals During the Pandemic

An alert issued by The Joint Commission highlights the critical importance of supporting clinicians bearing the weight of the COVID-19 crisis.

CDC Says Frontline Healthcare Providers with Undetected COVID-19 Infections Could be Spreading the Virus

CDC says understanding the prevalence of and factors associated with COVID-19 infection among frontline providers is essential for developing effective strategies that minimize the spread of the virus in healthcare settings.

Strategies for Managing Physician Mental Health Problems Caused by the Pandemic

The Joint Commission shares important considerations and guidance related to mental health problems among healthcare professionals caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 Mental Health Hotline Now Available to Physicians

A new physician support hotline can help physicians navigate and address mental health challenges resulting from the pandemic.

Legal Risks and Tips for Volunteer Physicians During the COVID-19 Pandemic

MLMIC’s tips and legal risks for policyholders to consider when volunteering during the COVID-19 pandemic.

MSSNY Offers COVID-19 Pandemic Resources for New York Physicians

The Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) has assembled a number of critical resources for New York physicians as they care for patients during the COVID-19 public health crisis.

Reducing the Demands of Patient Portal Messages

New research is examining strategies for primary care physicians to best manage new stressors associated with increased use of patient messaging portals.