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22 Mar Alcoholism, Gender and Socioeconomic Status (It isn’t what you think) – by Clark Gaither, MD, FAAFP

Posted at 11:39h in Substance Use Disorders

I want you to picture in your mind the image of a drunk, specifically, an alcoholic. Got it? Is your image that of a male or female? Is your image that of a closet-drinking professional or a skid row bum? Odds are good your image...

23 Feb Your Purpose in Life – 3 Questions You Must Ask and Answer – by Clark Gaither, MD, FAAFP

Posted at 13:06h in Provider Wellness

“To realize one's destiny is a person's only obligation.” ~ Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist Like most life changing moments, it crept up on me and totally grabbed me. It was the most miraculous event I’ve ever witnessed. I remember the moment it happened as if it was...

31 Jan 8 Steps to Identify and Eliminate A Burned Out Mindset – by Clark Gaither, MD, FAAFP

Posted at 15:05h in Burnout, Provider Wellness

The three principle hallmarks of burnout have been well described — emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and a lack of a sense of personal accomplishment. These may accurately describe the symptoms, but these are not the same as the changes in mindset which can occur as a...