Progress Notes is PCP’s mostly guest-written blog. It’s a place to find positive, inspiring stories about primary care and leadership we might not see anywhere else. Interested in contributing? Contact us.
Progress Notes Blog
A New Dimension of Partnership: A Physical Therapist’s Perspective on Telehealth During COVID-19
A Physical Therapist shares what she’s learned from providing care and treatment using telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Insights on Facilitation: Closeness and Intimacy Through Virtual Facilitation
A third-year resident and PCP Team/Lead Coach reflects on developing meaningful connections through virtual interactions during COVID-19.
Insights on Identity: Overcoming My Biases During COVID-19
A fourth-year medical student and PCP Team Co-Leader reflects on the impact of biases among health care providers during COVID-19.
Insights on Identity: How I Use My Power as a Doctor to Advocate for Others
A physician and PCP Lead Coach shares his journey towards more fully engaging in advocacy and leveraging his power as a doctor.
Understanding the Intersection of Our Work and Racial Justice
Relational Leadership demands that we take the time to generate that awareness, to understand how we both shape and are shaped by our culture, experiences, and social identities. The PCP mission does not directly address racial and restorative justice — but we can cultivate more awareness and identify actionable steps to take.
A Message Addressing Injustice and Collective Action Against It
While PCP is not equipped to properly address racial and restorative justice, our programs provide healthcare professionals and students with the foundational skills to build the agency, leadership, and teamwork needed to address societal inequities.
The Power of One: Using Power and Influence to Create Change
Leadership is more than the title or position that one holds. Through power and influence, each of us can find ways to inspire and enact change.
Tips to Foster Psychological Safety and Trust in Difficult Times
Psychological safety helps healthcare teams ensure quality of care during the current crisis, and leaders can introduce a few simple practices and tools to quickly foster greater trust, even in stressful times.
Connecting with Others Through Times of Difficulty and Uncertainty
Empathy and connection are important during difficulties and uncertainties. Through listening, we are able to practice empathy in order to build meaningful connections with one another.
Stories to Connect, Understand, and Heal: Our Partnership with IHI
Stories of the COVID Crisis is a partnership with IHI, designed to collect shared stories and our shared humanity during COVID-19. Share your story today.