The Journal of medical practice management : MPM
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Physicians who participate in clinical research studies gain benefits for themselves, their practice, and their patients. Historically, private practice physicians have chosen to defer to their counterparts in academic medicine when it comes to contributing to scientific advancement through clinical studies. ⋯ Physicians who decide to participate in clinical research should give serious consideration to the time and resources that are required to meet both federal regulations and industry standards. In addition, ethical and scientific principles for assuring the protection of human research subjects must be a paramount commitment.
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Save you ever found yourself locked in conflict with one of your co-workers? Is there someone you work with on your medical practice team who you would describe as a "difficult" personality? If so, this article may be of help. It describes 25 practical strategies for avoiding, minimizing, and handling disputes between co-workers. The strategies offered can be used both right away and in times of conflict to diffuse tension and anger, clear up misunderstandings, and identify effective solutions to co-worker problems. In addition to these strategies, this article also suggests that active listening can help co-workers stave off and resolve conflicts and offers practical guidance about developing active listening skills.