Another study combed through more than 40,000 medical notes from a Chicago medical center. Black patients were more likely to be described as not complying with or resistant to treatment, among ...

Most primary care providers see 15 to 20 patients a day, and many of them spend up to two hours a shift typing information into patient charts. It's a leading reason for physician burnout, said Dr ...

Sharing positive patient feedback and reviews can be a simple yet effective way to inspire a team. For example, my plastic surgery practice shares glowing patient notes with my staff on a daily basis.

The 21st Century Cures Act allows clinicians to block notes in certain circumstances — for example if there’s a chance that the patient could become suicidal or homicidal after reading it.