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In a recent talk at the Internal Medicine Meeting 2023, hospitalist Heather Nye emphasized the need to update the “Ten Commandments for Effective Consultations” originally outlined by Lee Goldman and colleagues in 1983. Dr. Nye provided new insights for performing and requesting consults in the 21st century. Some key points she highlighted included the importance of going the extra mile to determine the patient’s condition, establishing urgency, providing clear and written recommendations, documenting all interactions, and following up on recommendations and actions taken. Dr. Nye stressed the significance of clear communication in consult relationships. For hospitalists requesting consults from subspecialists, she advised following the commandments outlined and overcoming reluctance in seeking clarification and follow-up. It was emphasized that hospitalists should manage consultants effectively, ensuring they follow up on recommended studies and document their recommendations in the patient’s chart. Additionally, hospitalists should be proactive in obtaining contact information and communicate with consultants even after they sign off, especially during patient discharge discussions. Overall, Dr. Nye emphasized that effective communication, documentation, and follow-up are essential in providing optimal patient care and ensuring collaboration between hospitalists and subspecialists.

In an interview with OBR Oncology, Hagop Kantarjian, MD, professor and chair of the leukemia department at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, discussed the importance for young oncologists to think critically and avoid following the crowd. He warned that “herd mentality” can lead to poor decision-making and can ultimately harm patients. Dr. Kantarjian urged young oncologists to be open to new ideas and to challenge the status quo. He also emphasized the importance of lifelong learning and staying up-to-date on the latest research. By following these principles, young oncologists can make a real difference in the lives of their patients.

The viewpoint authors argue that excellence in medical education cannot be reduced to a simple set of scores for ranking. The formula used by USNWR is deeply flawed. The key question is, “what makes a good physician?” There are a multitude of skills and character traits that comprise the answer, and USNWR doesn’t have metrics for those essentials.

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The prevalence of neurologic illness in the United States is increasing. In 2019, there were approximately 12,000 neurologists practicing in the United States, which was insufficient to meet the needs of the aging population. Furthermore, many neurologists are subspecialized, and their care may be limited to specific disease states. General neurologists, as defined by the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) as “neurologists who are comfortable evaluating and treating patients across the broad spectrum of neurological diseases and do not limit their practice to a specific subspecialty,” are becoming increasingly scarce.

A recent segment of the BBC’s Panorama program revealed that many NHS employees who contracted COVID-19—likely at work—now find themselves abandoned and in a perilous financial situation. The episode profiled NHS employees who are dealing with the long-term health impacts of the COVID-19 infection and revealed the experiences of those who, while being too ill to work, risk losing their jobs or receiving decreased sick pay. Some employees have already experienced this. This physician is one of them.