Physician Resources

What are the options when CAR-T therapy doesn’t work? Insights from physicians

CAR-T therapy, a groundbreaking innovation in cancer treatment, has revolutionized the management of certain blood cancers. By genetically engineering a patient’s T-cells to target cancer cells, it offers hope where other treatments have failed. The…

Emerging diseases: what physicians are watching

A new Sermo poll reveals doctors’ growing sense of unease about the global threat of emerging infectious diseases. Of nearly 1,000 physicians surveyed, 65% believe another major pandemic is likely within the next five years.…

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Loans for physicians: A practical guide to secure one

Sermo asked its community of global physicians, “Do you feel confident in your understanding of the various loan options available for physicians?” Only half (51%) said yes. One Sermo member wrote, “I have never taken…

Rare medical cases: 6 interesting cases from around the world

According to Sermo research, 60% of primary care physicians and 80% of specialists want to contribute to rare disease (RD) care plans and welcome the challenges they present. But while RD management is a fast-advancing…

Empathy in medicine: why it’s important and how to enhance patient care

Clinicians have widely debated empathy’s clinical applications. As the literature supporting empathy’s clinical efficacy expands, there are shifts in long-standing patient care standards, and as one physician on Sermo says, “It can be difficult to…

Physician mortgage loans: a guide to qualifications and rates

Mortgages for physicians are the most established doctor-specific loan product. Compared to conventional and other physician-tailored financial products, they offer notable provisional differences. But as one psychiatrist on Sermo cautions, “Be careful. Greedy lenders out…

What makes a good doctor? 9 soft skills for every physician

What defines the qualities of a good doctor largely depends on who you’re speaking to. Each patient population, region and cultural context may demand unique characteristics, from empathy to communication. But no matter where you…

Wealth management for physicians: strategies and tips

Physicians practice many skills on the job, but learning shouldn’t stop at what happens at work. One doctor on Sermo shares, “Managing finances is an important aspect of life and well-being, but it’s not routinely…

The value of mindfulness in healthcare

As they prioritize the needs of others, many physicians overlook their own mental well-being. As one Sermo member and family medicine doctor says, “Mental health care is very important in medical training and practice because…

How much does malpractice insurance cost? A guide

Approximately 30% of physicians face lawsuits. “Any doctor can be sued for even petty reasons. Doesn’t mean you’re a bad doctor—it comes with the territory,” one family medicine doctor posted on Sermo. A Sermo survey…

How to prevent and reduce physician burnout

It’s no secret that burnout has significant personal, clinical and organizational consequences for physicians. Beyond improving general quality of life, reducing burnout can lead to better patient care and workplaces for doctors. Addressing burnout in…

4 best telemedicine platforms and companies for healthcare providers in 2025

Telehealth modalities are increasingly commonplace across specialties, with 74% of physicians’ practices offering remote care access through video conferencing—up from 14.3% in 2018. Physicians hold opposing views on telehealth. One family medicine doctor posted on…

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