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When Good Doctors Struggle: The Hidden Side of Physician Performance
Most of us know the feeling: we’re capable, experienced, and committed to our work. Yet… something’s off. Maybe it’s a strained relationship with a colleague, growing tension with leadership, or that one patient interaction that still gnaws at us. We’re not alone– and we’re not broken. Even the most skilled clinicians hit rough patches. Sometimes it’s a personal issue bleeding into professional life. Other times, it’s burnout, system stress, or unclear expectations. But here’
David Duffey
Feb 101 min read


Reclaiming Meaning in Medicine: Coaching as a Path to Renewal
We don’t always talk about it, but it’s real: the quiet erosion of meaning in our work. We still care about our patients. We still show up every day. But the spark? The sense of fulfillment? Sometimes it flickers. Many of us hit a point in our careers where purpose starts to feel distant. The demands pile up. The metrics take over. And suddenly, we’re practicing healthcare, but not living it. Coaching offers more than performance support. It offers perspective. In coaching co
David Duffey
Feb 101 min read


The Coaching Cure: What Happens When You Help, Not Punish
In healthcare, “corrective action” often carries a heavy weight. It's formal. It’s procedural. And too frequently, it feels like punishment. But what if the first step wasn’t discipline, but dialogue? Over the years that I’ve spent in leadership and practice, I’ve met skilled clinicians facing challenges: communication breakdowns, disruptive moments, or even a string of negative feedback that blindsided them. These weren’t failures of character. They were patterns no one had
David Duffey
Feb 101 min read
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