Romie Mushtaq, MD, Neurologist, Mind-Body Medicine Expert, assesses the effects that multi-tasking has on the brain. During multi-tasking, the pre-frontal lobe region of the brain is suppressed, increasing the time it takes to complete motor tasks by 30% and language-based tasks by 50%.

3 Tips to Improve Workplace Efficiency for Health Professionals

1) Minimize multitasking

2) Carry only one device used for patient care

3) Set aside dedicated time for email and records

Resources and References:

http://www.brainbodybeauty.com/dr-romie.html