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Bryce Bowers, DO

Family Physician | Blogger | Physician Wellness Advocate

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Category(ies): Family Medicine | Physician

Dr. Bowers is a Family Medicine Physician. He attended the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Michigan. Thereafter, he began his military career and intern year as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. Returning home to Michigan to finish Residency after serving his military commitment, he discovered a passion for physician wellness and burnout and now writes in his blog, “Badge of Burnout”, aiming to help normalize and understand the unique mental health struggles physicians face.

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"We must first take care of ourselves in order to take care of the patient."

Bryce Bowers, DO

"We must first take care of ourselves in order to take care of the patient."

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Blog: Badge of Burnout

A physician’s personal account of battling burnout and mental health struggles, with lessons learned and aspirations to live a more joyful, fulfilling life.

The High Price of Dishonesty

Bryce Bowers, DO tells of how we, in healthcare, and especially physicians, can pay a high price if we fail to be honest about where we are at with our mental health.

Tragedy and Triumph: A Physician’s Redemption Story

Bryce Bowers, DO shares his personal journey into medicine, his struggles with mental health and substance abuse, and the story of how her overcame it all.

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