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Practice Management & Hospital Operations
A Clinician-Led Approach to Improving Patient Experience Without Added Burden
Apr 27, 2026
Patient experience impacts quality, safety, and operational performance. ApolloMD’s clinician-led approach helps hospitals strengthen communication, align teams, and improve patient satisfaction scores through practical strategies that integrate into existing workflows without adding burden to staff.
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Emergency Medicine
When Communication Breaks Down Between the Emergency Department and Inpatient Teams
Apr 21, 2026
Admission handoffs between the emergency department and inpatient teams represent a key opportunity to improve hospital throughput. When communication, ownership, and timing are aligned, patients move efficiently through the system. This article brings emergency medicine and hospital medicine perspectives together to show how clinician-led leadership strengthens handoffs, reduces delays, and enhances hospital-wide capacity management.
Clinician Spotlight
Emergency Medicine
Ian Cole, MD
Apr 14, 2026
Emergency physician Dr. Ian Cole reflects on a medical mission in Sierra Leone, caring for underserved patients and witnessing the real-world impact of service. His story underscores the importance of compassion, resilience, and giving back, inspiring readers to see how even small acts of care can make a lasting difference in communities near and far.
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Emergency Medicine
When the Emergency Department Becomes a Pressure Cooker
Mar 23, 2026
Crowding and boarding in emergency departments create strain on staff, patients, and hospital operations. Dr. Richard Benson II explains how early recognition, coordinated communication, and clinician-led leadership help hospitals respond proactively, improve patient flow, and reduce delays during high-pressure periods.
Perspectives
Leadership & Strategy
Why I Chose ApolloMD
Mar 17, 2026
When MercyOne’s emergency departments in Des Moines and West Des Moines transitioned to ApolloMD, more than 90% of physicians stayed. Dr. Sydney Leach shares why the team remained, how staffing stabilized, and how national operational support strengthened their ability to deliver care locally.
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Clinician Lifestyle & Wellness
Clinician Well-Being Isn’t Optional
Mar 17, 2026
Clinician well-being isn’t a perk, it’s essential. This article explores what meaningful support looks like in practice, how clinicians can ask the right questions, and how organizations can create environments that prioritize mental, physical, and lifestyle health.
Clinician Spotlight
Emergency Medicine
Sherri Bakland, NP-C
Mar 10, 2026
During a busy morning shift, Sherri Bakland, NP-C demonstrated exceptional clinical judgment and leadership when a patient rapidly deteriorated. While the critically ill patient received focused attention, she coordinated care across the emergency department, ensured smooth patient flow, and supported the family during a challenging situation.
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Emergency Medicine
Surges In Patient Volume Put Pressure on Emergency Departments
Feb 23, 2026
Patient volume surges strain emergency department staffing and accelerate clinician burnout. Dr. Ayaz Pathan shares what ED leaders see during high-demand days, how burnout builds when recovery time disappears, and what practical leadership actions help protect patient care, team stability, and workforce resilience.
Perspectives
Leadership & Strategy
Emergency Care in Eugene Is Personal to Me
Feb 20, 2026
Emergency physician and ApolloMD CEO Dr. Yogin Patel shares a personal message to the Eugene and Lane County community about recent changes to emergency services at PeaceHealth. He explains ApolloMD’s physician-led approach, commitment to supporting local clinicians, and focus on ensuring patients receive accessible, high-quality emergency care now and in the future.
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Clinician Lifestyle & Wellness
Investing in Clinician Wellness: How ApolloMD Clinicians Use Insights from Oura to Support Long-Term Well-Being
Feb 16, 2026
ApolloMD clinicians share how Oura helps them understand sleep, recovery, stress, and overall well-being. During a 30-day wellness check-in, physicians reflect on how data-driven insights support healthier routines and highlight ApolloMD’s commitment to clinician wellness.
Clinician Spotlight
Emergency Medicine
Jason Bryant, NP-C & Tim Platts-Mills, MD
Feb 10, 2026
After a copperhead snakebite, a patient developed a life-threatening reaction shortly after antivenom initiation. Rapid recognition and coordinated emergency care stabilized his condition and led to a positive outcome. This case highlights exceptional teamwork and the importance of considering alpha-gal sensitivity in regions where tick exposure is common.
Perspectives
Leadership & Strategy
What I Heard at JP Morgan Healthcare Conference
Jan 29, 2026
Healthcare systems are moving from recovery to momentum. ApolloMD’s CEO shares key conference takeaways on financial performance, AI, workforce optimization, deeper strategic partnerships and what these trends mean for hospitals building stability and results in 2026.
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Emergency Medicine
Technology Gaps and the Cost of Losing Real-Time Visibility in the Emergency Department
Jan 26, 2026
Technology gaps in the emergency department can disrupt patient flow, increase staff strain, and elevate operational risk across the hospital. Dr. Michael Lipscomb explains how ED and hospital leaders can respond to downtime, maintain real-time visibility, and implement strategies that support care teams during system disruptions.
Clinician Spotlight
Emergency Medicine
Christian Casteel, DO
Jan 13, 2026
Christian Casteel, DO quickly recognized a vision-threatening eye injury in a patient with severe periorbital trauma. He performed a lateral canthotomy, relieving pressure and saving the patient’s sight. His rapid assessment, decisive action, and coordination with the care team ensured a successful outcome in this high-stakes emergency.
Perspectives
Leadership & Strategy
2025: A Year of Innovation, Growth & Service… Setting the Stage for 2026
Dec 18, 2025
As ApolloMD prepares for 2026, we are leveraging our clinician-led leadership model, operational expertise, and culture of innovation to expand access, strengthen workforce recruitment and retention, and reimagine care delivery in underserved communities. From new state partnerships to emerging technologies and award-winning culture, this year’s momentum positions ApolloMD to meet the rapidly evolving needs of patients, clinicians, and hospitals nationwide.
Clinician Spotlight
Emergency Medicine
Trusted Voice. Proven Care: Celebrating Jenene Roberts, NP-C
Nov 06, 2025
Jenene Roberts, NP-C, has dedicated nearly three decades to emergency medicine, blending expertise with empathy to serve patients at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Through mentorship, teamwork, and compassionate care, she represents the trusted voice of Nurse Practitioners who make a daily impact across ApolloMD and the communities they serve.