And it erodes our intellectual potential if we don't allow time for restoration. Without time off, you lose your sense of perspective and objectivity. Vacations are critical to family life. According to Dr. Scott Ries, clinical assistant professor at the Indiana University School of Medicine, vacations are just as critical to his family life. It's important for the health of our marriage and the relationship we have with our children to spend time working on that number one priority.
Actions speak louder than words, particularly with physicians and families.
Maybe you're in solo private practice or working with just a couple partners. It's easy to let logistical quandaries squash vacation plans. When I was in private practice, I made a conscious decision to schedule time away through the year, even if it was only for four days or an extended weekend. If that's a priority, you can do it. Rudd was in solo practice in North Carolina for six years.