Episode 55: Time pressure in the clinic: how to do more in less time.

Tim and Bart dive into the challenge of working under time constraints in both public health systems and private practice. They share strategies for setting boundaries, prioritising patient rapport, and delivering high-quality, individualised care despite limited time. The duo discuss the pros and cons of working within a system versus private practice and emphasise the importance of flexibility and challenging the status quo. Packed with practical advice and relatable anecdotes, this episode will help you conquer the clock and thrive in any clinical situation. 

 

Useful Resource

A Clinician's Guide to Thriving Under Time Constraints by Le Pub Scientifique & Sandy Hilton. Get your copy now: https://www.lepubscientifique.com/guides

 

Keywords

time constraints, clinical practice, expectations, boundaries, flexibility, individualisation, protocols, efficiency

 

Takeaways

• Setting expectations and boundaries is important in managing time constraints in clinical practice.
• Flexibility and individualization are key in providing effective treatment within limited time.
• Protocols can be helpful for efficiency, but it is important to adapt them to suit each individual.
• Doing things well and making the most of the available time is crucial in providing quality care.

Sound Bites

• "Setting out expectations and boundaries is really important."
• "Therapy starts when the patient leaves the room."
• "The ability to adapt protocols to suit each individual is a skill."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:22 Whose Problem is Time Constraints?

04:18 Time Constraints in Different Contexts

06:41 Creating a Treatment Plan

09:07 The Challenge of Making a Difference in Limited Time

13:29 The Therapy Continues Outside the Room

15:23 The Importance of Readiness to Change

20:38 Private Practice vs Public Health System

23:23 Flexibility and Choice in Private Practice

25:45 The Value and Limitations of Protocols

28:09 Managing Time Constraints and Asking the Hard Questions

30:09 Doing Things Well in Limited Time

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