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Happy National PA Week

October 11, 2021

By Randal L. Dabbs, MD, FACEP, FAAFP, TeamHealth Co-Founder, President, Practice Development, and Executive Sponsor of the Advanced Practice Clinician Council   As we mark National PA Week, Oct. 6-12, I would like to extend my gratitude to the more than 2,200 TeamHealth physician assistants (PAs) who dedicate themselves to improving patient care every day. Thank you, PAs...

World Mental Health Day 2021

October 10, 2021

This year, World Mental Health Day could not have come at a more crucial time. Anyone with even a casual interest in current affairs can’t escape the headlines around mental health issues.

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Reflection through Remembrance: My Father’s Secret Holocaust Story

By Lisa Efron, Vice President, Business Development, Hospital Specialty Services   In the tapestry of our family histories, there are often threads not unraveled and stories left unspoken. Unfortunately, this was the case with my father, who quietly carried a remarkable story of survival through the darkest days of the Holocaust and beyond. It wasn’t...

Thank You, Dr. King

By Marc Chambers, Associate General Counsel Today, we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This day not only honors the extraordinary life and achievements of Dr. King, but it also encourages reflection of the ongoing pursuit of equality and justice. As a healthcare company, TeamHealth recognizes the interconnectedness of societal well-being and...

Tips for Staying Healthy this Holiday Season

By Susan Young, RN, TeamHealth Health Coach   The holiday season can become hectic with holiday parties, travel, and a busy work schedule. It is easy to forget to take care of yourself – leaving you low on energy and feeling more stressed. Try energizing yourself with physical activity, nutritious food choices, and more sleep....

Honoring Veterans Day – A Veteran Clinician’s Experience

By David E. Hogan, DO, MPH, FACEP, Vice President, Educational Development and Chair, TeamHealth Emerging Infectious Disease Taskforce   Healthcare and Military Experience I served in the U.S. Army just shy of 15 years, which were some of the best 15 years of my entire life. My military background began as I entered medical school...

Embracing Two Worlds: My Journey as a Native American Woman

Honoring Native American Heritage Month By Donielle Ancar Brinkley, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, Post-Acute Care Nurse Practitioner As a Native American, my life embodies the intricate blend of two worlds: the deep-rooted traditions of my coastal Louisiana indigenous heritage and the ever-evolving demands of modern American society. Navigating the complexities of this duality has been a...

Battling Breast Cancer: A Story of Perseverance

By Kristina Burke, PHR HR Consultant D&Y Staffing   Hope for a Better Year Prior to this year, the only experience I had with breast cancer was about 20 years ago, when my mother went through her own journey. At that time, I was a young college student and while I went to a few...

National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2023

By DEI Communications   “Advancing Access and Equity” is the 2023 theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), which is observed in October to brightly shine a light on or raise awareness of something we celebrate every day, i.e., the contributions of people with disabilities. In addition to people we may work with or...

Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month 2023

By Dr. Jim Horst, National Medical Director, Acute Behavioral Health   Why It’s Important to Recognize Suicide Prevention Month Every September, we recognize National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States (1). Suicide is a serious public health concern that impacts all people, regardless of age,...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: A Journey of Resilience and Contribution

By J. Gabriel Andrade, MD, MBA Facility Medical Director, Hospital Medicine Honoring Ancestry and Contributions Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, is a dedicated time to honor the valuable contributions of individuals whose ancestry can be traced back to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America and the Spanish-speaking nations of the...

International Overdose Awareness Day 2023

By Randal L. Dabbs, MD, FACEP, FAAFP, TeamHealth Co-Founder, President, Practice Development, and Executive Sponsor, TeamHealth Substance Use Work Group Recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day International Overdose Awareness Day is an initiative of the Penington Institute that is held on August 31 each year. This day is meant to: Give individuals an opportunity to publicly mourn their...

Commemorating Women’s Equality Day 2023

By Dr. Andrea L. Braden, FACOG, IBCLC, Lead Clinical Educator, OB/GYN and Acute Hospitalist Medicine, OB/GYN Hospitalist   Raised by Powerful Women I always wanted to be a doctor. Thanks to the Women’s Equality Movement, I never once doubted my ability to achieve that goal. I grew up in an idyllic neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama....

Celebrating International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

There are upwards of 500 million indigenous people in 90 countries throughout the world. And recognition of the many contributions of indigenous people extends well beyond the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, which is celebrated on August 9th each year. What does indigenous mean? Indigenous peoples are defined as distinct ethnic groups who...

Recognizing Men’s Health Awareness Month

June is the celebration of Men’s Health Awareness. It is a time to think about the importance of men’s health, whether it’s your own personal health or the health of a family member, colleague or friend. Men in the U.S. are expected to live nearly six years less than women, and non-Hispanic Black and American...

National Advanced Practice Clinician Council Annual Conference 2023

By Randal L. Dabbs, MD, FACEP, FAAFP, Co-Founder and President, Practice Development As the Executive Sponsor, I was fortunate to host the National Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) Council of TeamHealth on May 16 and 17 in Knoxville for its annual in-person meeting. I formed the Council in 2012 to serve as a voice for all...

Remembering a Friend on Memorial Day

By Thomas Newton, Marketing Director, D&Y Staffing, Spectrum Healthcare Resources I was fortunate enough to represent Spectrum Healthcare Resources at the Heroes of Military Medicine Awards at the National Cathedral a few weeks ago. When I’m in or around the Washington D.C., area, I make it a point to stop and visit Arlington National Cemetery....