Ten Quick Tips to Improve Staff Well-being
by: USACS
Create a comfortable work environment. Have a comfortable space for staff to use in downtime. Do what you can to make the space feel inviting and relaxing. Mental health should be a team priority. This creates an environment that reduces burnout, reduces secondhand stress and promotes resilience. Create a safe space for people to be able […]
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In Celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage
by: USACS
US Acute Care Solutions cares for patients from throughout the United States from coast to coast. In doing so, they care for patients of countless nationalities, religions and backgrounds. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration month, and we spoke to a few of our colleagues of this heritage to discuss what it […]
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Recent Articles Published by USACS Residents, Fellows
May 11th, 2022by: USACS
US Acute Care Solutions’ talented, expert physicians publish frequently – and so do our residents and fellows. Check out the links below for recent articles penned in collaboration with others or solo by our residents: Unity, Purpose, and Passion: Influencing the Future of the EM Workforce Angela Cai, MD, MBA, Innovation Fellow, Meritus Medical Center […]
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Stress Awareness
by: USACS
April is National Stress Awareness Month Signs you’re under too much stress: Headaches, muscle pain, fatigue, or insomnia Breathlessness, panic, worry Weight gain or loss of appetite Lowered immunity, frequent illnesses Loss of confidence, negativity, and irritability Withdrawing from responsibilities Impaired judgment and restlessness Stress will always be a part of life. Fighting or attempting to […]
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Pregnancy in a Pandemic
by: USACS
Learning that there’s a baby on the way is life changing for any new parent-to-be. But a positive pregnancy test during a pandemic when a woman is a clinician required a whole new level of self-care – and courage. In the Saint Francis Health System, Dr. Ryan Parker gave kudos to six women on her […]
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