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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
Physician stress and burnout are more prevalent than ever, especially among Nephrologists. Your interviewing team has likely felt the effects of turnover due to this, and they need to know that you have the tools and skillset to face the pressure that comes with their practice.

Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I'm not a stranger to the pressures of a busy clinical schedule. My first three years in practice involved a practice that was short-staffed. I learned how to stay organized and dictate patient notes efficiently and how communication was key to providing the best care possible. I attribute much of my ability to handle pressure-packed situations at work to taking care of myself outside of the clinic walls. I prioritize exercise, rest, and quality family time while away from the clinic, and they help me come to work each day relaxed, refreshed, and ready to take on any challenge."

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Provide an example of a time you were challenged by a challenging workload or a pressure-packed situation. Possible examples include managing several critical patients or handling a large workload. Discuss how you reacted in that situation, what you learned from this experience, and if you would do things differently next time. Don't forget to mention the resources you used to ensure that you paid close attention to the fine details.

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I find the only way to handle a busy nephrology clinic is to be organized; review the patient's previous documentation and blood prior to the appointment, and spend the appointment time getting to know the patient so you know how to guide their care. Although this is busy and difficult at the start, I find it is the only way to know your patients well, so your next appointment with them doesn't require this preparation and is a lot more enjoyable.

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