Faced a tough case today with a 10-year-old patient whose family refused a recommended surgery, even though it’s necessary for their long-term health. The family is concerned about potential risks, but without the procedure, the risks are even higher. I spent over an hour explaining the benefits, showing them statistics (like the 90% success rate for this type of surgery), but they still wouldn’t budge. I get their fear, but I’m torn. How do you navigate these situations where medical necessity clashes with family apprehension? Any tips on improving communication or handling these emotions? Looking for advice!

Anyone here can share experience with dating/relationships and weight-gain? I am not obese, but definitely overweight. I lead a relatively healthy life but know I can do more. However, I find that my weight keeps me from socializing, meeting new people and dating. How can I improve my self-esteem?

I was today years old when I found out I 100% have high functioning anxiety

Dental insurance question: if the company dental insurance doesn’t cover enough and you +spouse both need implant next year, could you buy additional dental insurance? From where? Anybody have the AICPA offered one? Thx!

Are the rumors about a longer and earlier flu season and a hard Covid winter true? I'm not personally noticing an increase in patients who need prescriptions for flu-like symptoms but it seems to be what everyone's talking about in and outside of the pharmacy. Can anyone weigh in?

I've had more drinks than hours of sleep in the last 48 hours

Recommendations for natural anxiety coping mechanisms?

I just started taking mirtazapine again b/c depression has completely taken over my life.

Not looking forward to the weight gain 😕

Hey all!!
Hope you all are doing good.
Can someone share your thought of how to deal with this situation. I am completely lost in terms of my mental health. Not able to overcome and accept this situation. I think this is right place to ask, as we all are going through the same.

Any advice with anxiety before calls/door pulling? Never happened before but it’s crippling now.

New job at a smaller law firm which provides a stipend for health insurance vs group coverage. Any recommendations for NY health insurance?

Can provide more details if needed, but if an employee is constantly coughing at work (small retail establishment), is it okay to ask them for a doctor's note stating they aren't contagious? They're claiming it's due to allergies, but I've gotten several confidential concerns from employees and customers alike due to the current enviornment.

Feeling really low cause I got diagnosed with a serious uncureable disease. Trying to process and come to terms with the implications of it. I wanna go out but struggling to motivate myself to even get out of bed 😔

This might be super basic but can anyone recommend a good fitbit model they like and find useful? I’ve never had one and the reviews are so mixed. I would like to know how many calories I burn in a day (with/without exercise). Don’t need any music capability and I will have my phone with me on walks (my main form of exercise).

This couldn’t be more timely as I’m sitting in the waiting room after just being diagnosed 😆 welcoming tips for adjusting to Adderall!

Anyone on these food antitrust cases? Not looking to disclose details just wanna know if suffering alone.

Any stylist still wear a mask while doing ladies’ haircut? I do not intend to start a debate around masks. I respect everyone’s choice, but I do want to go to one that makes the same choice as I do. Pregnant lady here, would rather be over careful. Thanks!

My mental health has suffered tremendously over the past month. I have a therapist that I probably should see more of but I’m jobless and need to save. I am an aspiring entrepreneur with an inspiring business idea (to me lol) but my anxiety and depression is hindering me severely… fuck my brain. Any other founders here? It’s f‘ing tough.

I am 52 I have been feeling so tired and when I was in my 40’s. I had a lot more energy. Now I am so tired after work - but I have 4 girls ages, 16-15-13-9. I am going through menopause and my Osteoarthritis hurts somedays and that doesn’t work. Any advice how to keep up with my four girls while feeling crummy?!?

Have you, or anyone you know, gotten covid twice within weeks or months? I’m being told that you can catch omicron 2 weeks after recovering…

Any recommendations for a female psychologist in the Alexandria,VA area?

What are the top consulting firms in the retail/CPG space?

Hi Fishes, Can anyone throw a light about Genpact Pharma/lifesciences analytics practice in India-Bangalore. Considering for a potential opportunity, I have 9 years exp.
- How is the culture, wlb, and growth curve?
- About year on year hikes
- leadership team focus on mid tier's growth.
Genpact Genpact Headstrong

Accenture Deloitte Axtria IQVIA ZS Associates

Anybody single in their late 30s / early 40s given up on marriage? How do you see your life progressing? What do you do day-to-day to cope with loneliness?

Is it 72 hours within embarking travel to India or 72 hours prior to landing in India for negative PCR test? Need to book but want to be sure.

What are some of the best questions you’ve asked/been asked during an interview?

Hello Are they any other HR licenses that are as valuable as the SHRM and HRCI ?

My passport expired at the end of January. Can I still travel to india if I plan to return by early Jan (before passport expires)? Or does india require 6 months validity on the passport. It’s a US passport FWIW. I don’t have time to renew since it’ll take 3 months!Thanks!

I really need recommendations. I want to replace the through-the-wall AC units in my condo. Anyone buy ones you really like? Or rent an apartment and are happy with your (newer) AC units?

Tried doing research online but reviews are all over the place. And would love firsthand recommendations.

Anyone in to younger guys?

This might be super basic but can anyone recommend a good fitbit model they like and find useful? I’ve never had one and the reviews are so mixed. I would like to know how many calories I burn in a day (with/without exercise). Don’t need any music capability and I will have my phone with me on walks (my main form of exercise).

This couldn’t be more timely as I’m sitting in the waiting room after just being diagnosed 😆 welcoming tips for adjusting to Adderall!

What was the coolest work related party/ event you have been at, pre/post Covid?

Anyone having ebook for : Large-Scale Scrum: More with LeSS (Addison-Wesley Signature Series (Cohn))
Please help

How do you stand out in a department where nobody seems to think your work is important?

Anyone has any tricks to increase the ipo allotment chance? I never get lucky with this ipo allotment 😅🤣

Anyone have an idea what the hourly rate / salary for a new grad interested in EM in Colorado (Denver area) will be like?

Could use some insight on what the average salary is for a PA in philadelphia? Could you list salary and specialty please? Im in gastroenterology and IBD.

How do you feel about physician only lounges? Are PAs allowed to use them? Our hospital does but surprised to hear my friend tell me hers does not.

Does any PA have experience working at ideal image?

Anyone know of any non clinical PA positions or options?

Does anyone know of any non profit companies (for loan forgiveness purposes) that offer at least part time, if not full time, telemedicine work? I know this is a long shot but I have been very curious if such a thing exists.

Anyone do a lot of minimally invasive surgery and use blue light glasses? I’m wondering if they’ll help with the eye strain from staring at a screen doing laparoscopies all day.

Looking for a fellow CV surgery PA to join me in Denver Colorado!
Need someone with EVH experience! Great work life balance.

Anyone planning on attending the virtual HOD meeting Friday about the name change?

Anyone have experience with retention bonuses? Wondering if the terms are negotiable. I work for a large academic medical center, for context.

Just accepted an offer with a psych startup. Not exactly the offer I was hoping for as I’m taking a slight pay cut ($73/hr) and it’s a 1099 position. I keep getting stuck on the 1099 piece because I’ll be working 40 hrs/wk, but have been told I’m not eligible to be a W2 employee. Needless to say, no benefits whatsoever. They don’t even provide a computer or any other remote equipment for the completely remote position. Am I making a mistake? Also, can anyone chime in about being a 1099 employee?

Hello all,

I'm a PA in the PNW working for a private group staffing ED's in several hospitals. Recently the group has asked the PA's to take on a couple new roles (triaging and rapid track from triage i.e. straightforward ESI 4, 5). With these changes the PA's are considering asking for increased pay in the form of an addition of a COLA (cost of living adjustment) to our normal salary. Was wondering if any other PA's in the ED have these in their contracts and at what rate.

-Thanks

I’m a brand new PA trying to find a job in dermatology. Does anyone know new grad friendly employers? Or are you looking for an awesome pa? 🤩 open to locations.

Has anyone regretted their decision to become a PA instead of a Physician because we end up doing mostly the same work but for less pay? I'm considering the extra education

Anyone work in the VA system or specifically the Houston VA willing to share some pros/cons?

Reposting: Looking for PA’s and/or NP’s for Neurosurgery practice in Union county NJ with OR experience.

Physician assistants in Chicago area/surrounding suburbs. What specialty are you in and what is your salary ($/hr)?

I’m in PA school now but in the process of interviewing for what might be my dream job in medical imaging industry. If I get the job pay will start around 120k at a large company with room for growth. If I stay in PA school I will have around 120k in debt and will probably work in vascular surgery. What would you do? It’s literally the second week of school for me, I have my 3rd interview for the job next week

Ortho PA in CT with 1 yr of experience. My time is split between OR and office. Coming up on contract negotiations and wondering what people in the specialty make ( even better if you have similar experience).

Currently a medical assistant and considering the PA route. Living in Canada where the PA profession is relatively new (not as many specialities for PAs as the US, and salary is lower). I’m nervous about future burn out and unfavourable working hours - any advice?