The Chart I Almost Left Open (And Why I Almost Left It)
It was one of those mornings — multiple complicated patients back to back, switching between in-person and telehealth visits. And then I made a decision I’m still thinking about.
The Conversation I Don’t Remember
There’s a particular kind of moment that used to happen in my house more than I’d like to admit. My husband and one of my daughters would be talking about something and I’d realize I had no memory of the conversation — even though I was there.
Why I Closed the Chart Anyway
A physician mom and life coach shares a real clinic moment — and what it taught her about charting, thought work, and getting her evenings back.
Why Physician Moms Chart at Night (And What Actually Helps)
Many physician moms finish their last chart long after clinic ends. Sometimes it’s after dinner. Sometimes it’s after the kids go to bed. And when that happens, many physicians assume the same thing: “I just need to get faster.” But after talking with many physician moms about their workdays, I’ve noticed something interesting. Most of …