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MGMA Week in Review: Addressing Burnout and Enhancing Patient Experience

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In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, hosts Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett discuss the critical issue of burnout among healthcare administrators and clinicians, stressing the importance of a mindset shift to combat repetitive negative thinking (RNT). They highlight insights from Steve Brewer's article on burnout and Barbara Frederickson's positive psychology research. The episode also delves into ways to improve the patient experience through communication, technology, and culture, alongside a discussion on the impacts of recent healthcare policies. Additionally, the podcast covers strategies for effective physician onboarding and recruitment, providing actionable tips and resources from MGMA members and experts.

Key Highlights:
00:53 — Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:34 — Healthcare Leadership and Burnout (MGMA Article)
05:35 — Improving Patient Experience (Physicians Practice)
09:11 — Healthcare Policy Concerns (Medical Economics)
12:25 — Onboarding New Physicians (AMA Article)
15:22 — Physician Recruitment Challenges (MGMA STAT)
17:58 — Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up

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