Vigilante: Prior Authorization Pushes Too Far

Alexandra E. Page, MD, FAAOS

At the writing of this column, the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson looms large in the news.

How Orthopaedic Surgeons Think: Lessons Learned from How Doctors Think by Jerome Groopman, MD

Thomas Fleeter, MD, MBA, FAAOS

Nearly 20 years ago, author and physician Jerome Groopman, MD, wrote a book titled How Doctors Think, which detailed the decision-making processes used by physicians in patient care. His lessons remain germane today.

Empathy and Engagement Are Key Elements of Successful Healthcare Communication

Katie Schabel, MD, FAAOS

Empathetic communication improves patients’ adherence to treatment plans, helps them adopt healthier behaviors (like my patient), and even saves time.