Medscape February 28, 2025
When the alarm blares at 5, you might be able to get in a quick workout. More likely, it’s a shower, a cup of coffee, and out the door for morning rounds. Your inbox buzzes, but the first patient is waiting. The day blurs into a relentless cycle of appointments, emergencies, and charting. The afternoon holds a nonexistent lunch break, so it’s a protein bar on the go. A surgery runs long, followed by back-to-back admin meetings, more patients, and more charting. You still must return patient calls, finish documentation, and review tomorrow’s cases before falling into bed. Who has time for self-care?
It’s no secret that practicing medicine is a demanding career. But without prioritizing your physical and mental...