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Balancing life as a team physician.

Mary Lloyd Ireland1

  • 1Kentucky Sports Medicine, Lexington, KY 40517, USA. ksm@kysportsmed.com <ksm@kysportsmed.com>

Clinics in Sports Medicine
|May 15, 2007
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This article outlines ten essential principles for team physicians to achieve a balanced professional and personal life. Key takeaways emphasize ethical conduct, advocacy, earning respect, and maintaining work-life integration for sustained well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Medical Ethics
  • Professional Development

Background:

  • Team physicians face unique challenges balancing professional duties with personal life.
  • Maintaining ethical standards and effective communication is crucial for success in sports medicine.
  • The role requires a multifaceted approach encompassing clinical skills, interpersonal relationships, and personal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a framework of ten guiding principles for team physicians.
  • To promote a balanced and effective approach to the role of a team physician.
  • To enhance the professional and personal lives of individuals serving as team physicians.

Main Methods:

  • The article is a review based on the author's personal experience and established principles.

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  • It synthesizes ten "commandments" or core tenets for team physicians.
  • The principles cover ethical conduct, communication, professional relationships, and personal life integration.

    • Main Results:

    • Ethical conduct and advocacy are paramount, superseding competition.
    • Respect must be earned through actions, not demanded.
    • Effective communication and availability to athletic training staff are critical.
    • A balance between professional responsibilities and personal life, including family and friends, is essential.
    • The five A's (Availability, Ability, Affability, Advocacy, Affiliation) are highlighted as key attributes.

    Conclusions:

    • Adhering to these ten principles can lead to a more balanced, ethical, and fulfilling career as a team physician.
    • Prioritizing patient advocacy, respect, communication, and personal well-being are vital for long-term success.
    • Team physicians should strive to "dare to care" and enjoy their role while maintaining strong personal connections.