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Telehealth is part of the future of healthcare because it’s a medical tool, not a technological tool

June 4, 2021

By Dan Collard, TeamHealth Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer When the COVID-19 pandemic swept through America’s healthcare system, clinicians were forced to adapt – quickly. In addition to treating sick patients and managing emergency department capacity in hot spots surging past capacity, clinicians faced another serious challenge: How would they make sure non-COVID...

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Celebrating Diversity in Healthcare

April 16, 2021

Diversity and inclusion are essential aspects of any industry. However, the significance of diversity in healthcare is paramount. As defined, diversity goes beyond race and ethnicity. Instead, it extends to all

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Recognizing World Kindness Day: One Person Can Make a Difference

November 7, 2024

By Brian S. Brown VPO, Post-Acute Care, Midwest and Southwest Regions Why Does World Kindness Day Matter? World Kindness Day is important because it highlights the power of kindness to promote empathy, goodwill and a global culture of compassion. At TeamHealth, we believe kindness is foundational to exceptional care. This World Kindness Day, we celebrate...

Breast Cancer and Beautiful Tomorrows: A Continued Story of Resilience and Encouragement

October 9, 2024

By Miranda Marx, Senior Executive Recruiter The Importance of Recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month At TeamHealth, we recognize the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month as a vital opportunity to support the health and well-being of our team members and the communities we serve. By raising awareness around early detection and providing resources for...

The Hidden Toll: Suicide among Honor Professions

September 11, 2024

By Robert Frantz, MD, President, West Group A Personal Story of Loss My sister-in-law’s life was filled with promise. She was funny, kind, an incredibly hard worker. So, it’s no surprise she was also her high school’s valedictorian. At her core, she cared deeply for others. Her life had just started to take off....

Recognizing the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

August 6, 2024

The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed annually on August 9th. This day is dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of the world’s indigenous populations. It also recognizes the achievements and contributions that indigenous people make to improve world issues. Recognizing the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is one...

Tips for Staying Healthy this Holiday Season

December 22, 2023

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....

Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month 2023

September 26, 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,...

International Overdose Awareness Day 2023

August 31, 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...

Breaking Autism Barriers: One Mama’s Journey

April 21, 2023

By April Roga, Manager, Contract Management As we recognize Autism Awareness Month, I believe many people are already aware that autism exists. We’ve got that one covered. My advocacy lies in moving towards autism acceptance. In order for the neurodiverse community to be accepted, and especially in the workplace, I believe these are important...

Celebrating Women Physicians Day 2023

February 3, 2023

Each year on February 3, we honor women physicians and celebrate their contributions to TeamHealth and to the field of medicine. Today, in honor of National Women Physicians Day, Dr. Mary-Katherine Harper, DO, MBA, FACOEP is sharing her story. Dr. Mary-Katherine Harper knew that she wanted to be a physician since elementary school as a...

Recognizing Universal Human Rights

December 10, 2022

By Michael Corvini, MD, MBA, FACEP, FACP, President, TeamHealth Southeast Group My wife, Lily, and I have a tremendous amount in common. We have similar dispositions, compatible philosophical beliefs and parallel aspirational goals. We also have common interests and enjoy similar activities and hobbies. While our many similarities make us easily compatible, what gives...

Happy National PA Week

October 6, 2022

By Deborah Reed, PA-C, APC Director, West Group As APC Director for the West Group, I work collaboratively with group leadership to provide leadership, advocacy, and representation for advanced practice clinicians within TeamHealth’s West Group. I work clinically in an APC-only staffed emergency department in a critical access hospital in Waurika, Oklahoma, as well...

Focusing on Healthcare Equity on Women’s Equality Day

August 22, 2022

Women’s Equality Day is a time to remember all the equality women have achieved over the years– social, civil, economic, political and legal. It is also a time to raise awareness for all those we still lack or have lost in that same time. Commemorating days like this calls for all women to fight for each other, especially those women who may not be like them.

Reflecting on LGBTQ+ Pride Month

June 23, 2022

By Marilyn McLeod, MD, FACEP, FAEMS, Facility Medical Director, Emergency Medicine Pride Month gives us the opportunity to celebrate our successes, grieve our failures and plan for our future work. We have made so much progress in improving recognition for fairness and understanding for the LGBTQ+ community. Yet, too often the headlines we see...

Honoring World Blood Donor Day 2022

June 13, 2022

In 2004, the World Health Organization designated June 14th World Blood Donor Day. The annual observance is a time to highlight the ongoing need for blood donations. The COVID-19 pandemic spotlighted the need for consistently stocked blood banks for life-saving care across the globe. As blood supplies drop to the lowest levels in over a...

Congratulations to the 2022 SHM Fellows Class

June 7, 2022

The Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM) designates Fellows in Hospital Medicine, Senior Fellows in Hospital Medicine and Masters in Hospital Medicine each year. Clinicians who achieve this distinction are dedicated to promoting excellence, innovation and improving the quality of patient care – values shared by SHM and TeamHealth. Qualified candidates are evaluated annually on their...