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Author Archives: Helane Fronek
Let’s talk friends, again: a physician coach’s RX for a happier life
Recently I wrote about Facebook friends and suggested that we each make some time to contact those people who are our real friends. This suggestion was based on data that shows that those with friends and support systems live longer and … Continue reading
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Be the Re-decider! A physician coach’s RX for a less stressful life
Many years ago our daughter signed up for a summer program, excited about the experience she anticipated she would have. What she encountered was quite different, and she instantly knew the program was not right for her. Although she was … Continue reading
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Tagged leadership, medical career, perfectionism, physician coach, Physician coaching, Physician fulfillment, Physician work life balance, success, work life balance
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Facebook friends: a physician coach’s RX for a happier life
Several years ago, I was involved in a program with participants located around the globe. Wanting to create opportunities for connection, the group decided to form a Facebook page – a private web page on which only we could place … Continue reading
Aim in front of the ball – a physician coach’s perspective
On a recent trip to Newport RI, we took a golf lesson. I admire instructors who are able to observe a student and understand exactly what needs to change. It’s usually a very small aspect of what we’re doing, but they pick … Continue reading
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Make the right thing easy – a physician coach looks at change
During the decade in which I tried, in vain, to become a competent horsewoman, I had the good fortune to work with a smart, experienced horse trainer. In her beautiful North Carolina drawl, Debbie told me to lift the reins and put pressure … Continue reading
Tired of Conflict? A physician coach suggests commitment, acceptance and alignment
We live in an atmosphere of perpetual conflict that seems unsolvable and growing by the week. Military conflicts continue to escalate around the world. Our government is ineffectual, as neither side wants to work together to find solutions. There are many … Continue reading
Communicating care and concern – in the blink of a patient visit: how physicians can make the most of their time
Recently, I visited a friend in the hospital. As her condition improved, the nursing staff suggested it was time to discuss discharge planning and called the social worker to make the necessary arrangements . The social worker entered the room, remaining close to … Continue reading
Dodging those Queen or King Bees – a physician coach’s recommendation
While the Queen Bee Syndrome is usually used to describe a woman in power who limits opportunities for other women (the book by that name was the foundation for the movie, Mean Girls), Bernice Sandler, considered to be the “Godmother … Continue reading
Take a moment to listen to the voice of success: a physician coach listens and learns
As someone who loves to learn, I have gotten myself into many periods of overwhelm as I take on more things than I have time to deal with. Most recently, I signed up for a training I was really excited … Continue reading
Compassion: a simple way to a more peaceful life – a physician coach’s choice
As I walked through a parking garage the other day, a very surprising thing happened. This garage isn’t well designed – there is barely enough space for cars to drive in and out and some of the parking spots are pretty tight. The driver … Continue reading
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Tagged Building relationship with patients, communication in healthcare, Physician coaching, Physician fulfillment, relationships
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