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Mitchel Schwindt, MD

About Mitchel Schwindt, MD

Dr. Mitchel Schwindt is a board-certified emergency medicine physician who practices in a variety of clinical settings. He completed his residency at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As part of Michigan State University, Butterworth was renamed Spectrum Health, and is one of the busiest level 1 emergency and trauma centers in the United States. He served as chief resident his final year. While there he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha, a prestigious medical honor society. He also devoted a significant amount of time working as a flight physician (helicopter) for an aeromedical company. Dr. Schwindt has served on many committees and steering groups related to health care, quality and process improvement and was a former trauma program medical director. He serves as a volunteer physician for local sporting and martial arts events. He is a consultant and medical advisor to several dental groups and has developed protocols and policies related to medical issues in the dental practice. Wellness and nutrition are a passionate interest for Dr. Schwindt. He writes extensively on the subject and has published several related books. He is a member of the A4M – The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and is currently pursing a functional and sports medicine fellowship. In his free time, he enjoys competing in triathlons, skiing, water sports, time with family, foreign travel and pursuing entrepreneurial activities.

Blockchain and Smart Devices are Creating Exciting Changes in Patient Care

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - April 6, 2022

Blockchains, artificial intelligence, and wearable monitoring devices are already changing the face of healthcare. Remote patient monitoring is quickly being advanced and holds promise in improving the healthcare of countless patients.

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How to Adapt to Extend Your Career in Medicine

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - December 29, 2021

What worked 10 years ago is no longer the standard of care, and this expiration also applies to knowledge. In the ever-changing world of medicine, a harsh but true mantra resonates; adapt or die.

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The Key to Mitigating Burnout is Understanding Your Emotions

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - December 21, 2021

Knowing about burnout is only half the battle; now that you've accepted it as a reality, it is time to combat it. Oftentimes, having a deeper understanding of these negative emotions and why they occur can remedy their effects. For this reason, it is important to reflect on these feelings to best visualize the solution.

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The key to mitigating burnout is understanding yourself

Recognizing and Mitigating Burnout in the New Year

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - December 15, 2021

A professional demeanor in difficult situations is what patients generally expect, so physicians are trained to ignore fatigue and suppress their emotions. This mandatory coat of armor often leads to pent-up feelings and resentment. So, you're burned out at work and you're asking yourself this; now what?

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Rural Medicine: Go Small to Win Big

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - September 29, 2021

Though not as glamorous as taking jobs in the big city, rural physician jobs offer a variety of benefits. Many rural hospital teams report a higher level of camaraderie and ingenuity, and it can be easier to have a voice on a smaller team. Sometimes you need to go small to win big.

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The Potential of Smart Contracts in Healthcare

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - July 15, 2021

Imagine a world where doctors are paid instantly after procedures and office visits, or where a patient could get preapproved for an MRI in minutes instead of days or weeks. Immediate access to medical records is vital in emergency situations, and it can happen through the use of smart contracts and the blockchain.

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A Different Script - Preparing for Legal Issues in Life and Medicine

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - June 17, 2021

Dr. Mitchel Swindt offers his experience-based opinion on preparing for legal eventualities in your professional and personal life with the assistance of expert counsel.

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Alternative Career Options for the Burned Out Physician

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - May 13, 2021

For physicians burned out by the busy nature of patient care, there is great reassurance in knowing about the plethora of alternative career options available. From writing to consulting, here is a list of diverging career paths doctors can take when leaving medical practice.

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Limitations and Pitfalls of Telemedicine

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - May 4, 2021

The landscape of telemedicine is vast. New companies sprout often, and the structure varies widely. The following comments are based on the author's decade of providing startup advice to new companies and delivering consults on various telemedicine platforms for companies spread across the country.

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Limitations and Pitfalls of Telemedicine

Merit Badges and Early Retirement

By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - April 8, 2021

Administrative bureaucracy has a tendency to crush the spirit of those working on the front lines. This article serves as a lament from one physician on the notion of merit badges, and mandated recertifications.

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