Congressional proposals to eliminate Grad PLUS loans, cap borrowing, and exclude residents from Public Service Loan Forgiveness could strain primary care.
Francis Collins, MD, PhD, lauds lifesaving research supported by the National Institutes of Health, explains why he left, and warns of scientific brain drain.
Paul Offit, MD, says vaccines have saved countless lives, but vaccine avoidance based on false claims of danger is causing a rise in preventable diseases.
Physicians and trainees have higher rates of burnout and depressive symptoms than the general public, yet they are less likely to seek mental health treatment.
Community healers and leaders must address issues related to inequality, social exclusion, racism, and bias that all too often are linked to societal violence.
Conversations about end-of-life care are among the most important interactions doctors and patients have. They may also prove to be the most challenging.
