by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Mar 15, 2021 | All Blog Posts, Surveys
I’m optimistic that brighter times are ahead. Upwards of 4 million Americans are receiving Covid-19 vaccinations each day. With over one-third of Americans having received at least one dose, I asked readers what life will be like once we achieve our nation’s...
by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Feb 25, 2021 | All Blog Posts, Book Excerpts, Events, Lessons
The burnout epidemic in American medicine impacts over half of all doctors. More than ever before, physicians report feeling anxious, isolated and dissatisfied at work. Doctors have so soured on their profession, that 70% of them would not recommend a career in...
by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Feb 15, 2021 | All Blog Posts, Surveys
In February, the Biden administration said it hadn’t ruled out mandatory Covid-19 testing for domestic air travel. Meanwhile, businesses continue to the debate the merits of mandatory vaccinations for some workers. I turned to readers of this newsletter for opinions...
by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Feb 12, 2021 | All Blog Posts, Book Excerpts, Events, Leadership, Lessons
One year ago, U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) stood on stage at the Corridor Business Journal’s annual Health Care Summit. In his keynote address, he told the crowd about a bipartisan plan to reduce the price of prescription drugs. The bill, according to CBO...
