We recently had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Sofica Bistriceanu, MD, Ph.D, a skilled family physician and a poetess. With a vision to advance the medical field with exceptional contributions to research and healthcare, Dr. Bistriceanu has been honored with several awards and recognitions for her untiring efforts. With her research focusing on the impact of communication skills on health and well-being, she highlights the significance of healthy communication for a healthy lifestyle. As a member of reputable boards, she contributes her part in boosting growth in the sector.
Apart from her expertise in the medical field and research, Dr. Sofica Bistriceanu is also a literary expert and author of seven volumes of poetry.
Spark Behind the Journey
We started the interview by asking, “What inspired you to enter the field of family medicine, and how has your approach evolved over time?”
Dr. Bistriceanu shared, “I chose this medical field because it offers long-term data on patients and their families, which can provide valuable insights into family dynamics within a specific environment. Genetics, education, networking, technological advancements, and ambient factors influence an individual’s life course, including their health.
A healthcare professional can examine these factors that influence human functioning, developing new hypotheses to enhance medical understanding. The medical home model, a private practice I established over a decade ago, offers comprehensive and holistic care for those in need. Compassion and generosity enhance the specific medical services provided.
Seniors, especially those with heart conditions or mobility challenges, prefer receiving healthcare at home rather than visiting a doctor’s office or staying in a nursing home. This makes the family medicine medical home model a more appealing option for accessing essential medical services. Advancements in technology enable e-visits when needed, allowing doctors’ schedules to be more flexible and efficient, which helps prevent burnout.
“The physician should work with local stakeholders to promote informative, educational, and recreational activities. Community programs should demonstrate how poor communication affects vulnerable individuals, offer strategies to address these issues, and highlight environmental factors that impact their well-being. Utilizing social media programs, people must verify information as a key to avoid confusion, disappointment, or even fear,” she added.
Navigating through Challenges
As challenges are a part of every professional path, we requested Dr. Sofica Bistriceanu to share the challenging phases she overcame.
Dr. Bistriceanu reflected, “The biggest challenge in my leadership journey was implementing the medical home model, a private practice. The clinical outcomes observed when applying a new model can determine whether a business succeeds or fails.
Patients care about the quality of services they pay for, their interactions with providers, pricing, wait times, availability when needed, and providers’ reputation online and in person. For patients, the medical home model offers the benefit of saving travel costs, minimizing the time-consuming aspects of visits, and providing the comfort of being at home. Achieving the best results in clinical practice enhances the provider’s reputation, which in turn attracts new patients, ultimately leading to business stability, growth, increased finances, and career advancement.
To update my knowledge, I have collaborated with many educational companies worldwide, including Magnus Group Conferences, Pulsus Group International Conferences, Scientex Conferences, Stethon Conferences, Inovine Conferences, Iris Conferences, Scitechseries Conferences, Mind Authors Conferences, Scientifink Conferences, Pagicle Conferences, Academy Nature Events, Allied Academies, ACME Meetings, Intellect Conferences, mScholar Science Conferences, SciTechol Conferences, Madridge International Conferences, SciTech Central Conferences, and Prime Meetings and Conferences.”
“Currently, I have 129 presentations at meetings worldwide, and more than 55 articles published in international medical journals. I am the author of seven volumes of poetry published by Cronica, and Times, both from Iasi Publishing House.
Finances are a vital element for career growth and technological progress. To maintain a proper balance between expenses and income, I have explored additional activities such as partnerships with private clinics and the national health system. Currently, I ensure continuity of care on weekends at medical centers.”
Triumphs at Professional Path
We asked, “Can you share your achievements in the field over the years?”
Sharing her success as a seasoned professional, Dr. Bistriceanu mentioned, “There are notable achievements or milestones — professional, academic, or organizational in my journey. In 2002, I delivered my first international presentation at the WONCA Europe Conference in London. The poster on ‘Bed Rest Benefits for Acute Bronchitis in Cold Seasons’ was selected for discussion. That project was completed during the instructional program, MATRA research in Family Medicine in Romania, at Maastricht University, from 1998 to 2000.
Again, in 2006, a poster based on data from my doctoral thesis, ‘Study of Plasma Level Cations in Dyslipidemia,’ was presented at the 34th Annual Meeting of NAPCRG in Tucson, Arizona, which received a perfect 5/5 rating for excellence among 230 posters.In the same year, I won ‘Most Creative Storyboard’ at the 5th NICHQ Annual Forum, in Orlando, for ‘Practical Model to Improve Waiting Time Management and Communication Skill in Our Medical Units.’ I used my poem ‘The Snowball’ to construct the content of my storyboard.
Later, in 2007, I received the ‘Certificate of Excellence’ at the 6th NICHQ Annual Forum, in San Francisco, for the ‘Face Light Reflects into Behavior’ storyboard. And in 2012, I was honored with the ‘Service Quality’ award at the 25th IHI Annual National Forum on Quality Improvement in Health Care, in Orlando, Florida, for the presentation titled ‘Offensive Talks, Attitudes Effects on Older People’ Storyboard, by The Permanente Journal in partnership with IHI.”
She even mentioned, “Moreover, early in 2013, I received an invitation to join the American Academy of Communication in Healthcare, while in 2016, I presented a new theory on disease onset and progression, ‘The Effects of Inappropriate Words’ Energy Transfer to Vulnerable People and How to Balance Them”, as a poster at the American Academy on Communication in Healthcare, Enrich Course and Research Annual Forum in New Haven, CT, USA.
In 2021, I presented an e-poster, ‘The Effects of Improper Communication on Vulnerable People,’ at the online ICCH, where it was selected as one of the top 9 out of 100 posters featured. In the fall of the same year, I joined as a member of the Academy for Professionalism in Health Care, APHC. In 2022, I presented another e-poster titled ‘Improper Communication Leads to Brain Hemorrhage in Vulnerable People,’ at Allied Academies’ 25th Anniversary of Scientific Services, Webinar, and I was recognized with the Best Speaker Presentation Award at Palliative Care 2022 and the Best Poster Award at the 3rd International Conference on Palliative Care.
Moving forward to 2023, I was awarded a Certificate of Recognition for the e-poster ”Gravitational Waves Utilization in Clinical Practice”at Cardio Hub 2023, Intellect Conferences. And in the current year, I received theBest Poster Presentationfor the e-poster ‘Disrespectful communication alters heart function’ at the 12th Global Virtual Conference on Cardiology held during July 14-15.”
What Makes a Great Leader
An effective leadership approach can redefine an industry. So, we asked, “What are the qualities essential for becoming a successful leader?”
“Being in a leadership role means staying vigilant with daily tasks, supervising team members’ activities, showing kindness, honesty, and generosity when possible, being open to new ideas, respecting each contributor’s workload, and working to earn others’ respect and even admiration,” Dr. Bistriceanu reflected.
Work Efficiency Analysis
Intrigued to learn how Dr. Bistriceanu assesses the efficiency of her work, we asked her to share the same.
She shared, “The attitude of collaborators and clients toward the provider is a subtle indicator of the provider’s work efficiency.
I believe that the most accurate way to measure work efficiency is through the attitude of the patient and their loved ones toward the provider, including respect, appreciation, promoting a good reputation for the provider, remaining loyal collaborators, and other supportive gestures they can offer. Generations from families that were treated return to the provider with a token of admiration, gratitude, or even love.
Working with children, we can measure our effectiveness simply by asking them at the end of an office visit if they would like to return. If they respond with a big smile and say ‘Yes,’ you can be confident you’re doing well. Usually, a child gives honest answers because they are sincere and have no interest in providing ambiguous information. I even presented this topic as a storyboard, ‘Children’s Smile as a Symbol of Our Performance,’ at the NICHQ Forum 2005, San Diego.”
Adopting a Unique Approach
Innovation is the backbone of success in every industry. To learn more, we asked, “Have you introduced any data-driven models, tech-based innovations, or research initiatives that set your practice apart?”
Dr. Bistriceanu mentioned, “In 2005, I proposed an innovative model to appreciate your communication effectiveness during a medical office visit. At the NICHQ Forum 2005 in San Diego, I highlighted this idea. I observed, through repetition, the varied effects of improper communication on people’s health, which differ according to individual vulnerability. Usually, repeated unsafe verbal and nonverbal communication can initiate, maintain, and accelerate the evolution of arterial hypertension, type-2 diabetes, depression, dyslipidaemia, obesity, other endocrine abnormalities, and even brain haemorrhage, or tumors in exposed individuals.
I presented these data, including:
- ‘Improper Communication Increases Blood Pressure,’ General Storyboards, Improvement Science section, IHI, 29th Annual National Forum on Quality Improvement in Health Care, December 10-13, 2017, Orlando, Florida.
- ‘Determinants of brain haemorrhage in a vulnerable individual,’ Keynote presentation, International Conference on Nursing Care and Patient Safety, May 25-26, 2023, Dubai. Scientex Conferences.
- ‘Factors Implicated in Abnormal Cell Growth,’ e-oral Presentation, SciTechCentral Conference, 52nd International Conference on Biomedical and Cancer Research, July 22-24, 2024, at Hirosaki University Tokyo Office, Japan, which is available on YouTube.
Additionally, heartless work decreases customer loyalty, as well as business stability and career advancement, and I presented an e-video poster at the Global Summit on Nursing and Midwifery, on April 15-16, 2024, in Orlando, USA.”
“From my doctoral thesis, the main finding of interest is that I highlighted the importance of using magnesium supplements in managing type 2 diabetes. In 2010, at the WONCA Asia Pacific Regional Conference in Kathmandu, Nepal, I presented a model to analyse the lipid profile in type 2 diabetes at a lower cost.
In the digital era, for practical remote work, I mentioned that face, hand, and voice characteristics, combined with arterial blood pressure values and heart rate, are essential in clinical diagnosis, as I presented at the 2nd International Conference on Nursing Care and Patient Safety, in Bangkok, Thailand, 2024. Additionally, a brief conversation offers insight into body fluid circulation, the respiratory system, and the functioning of the nervous system, as I presented at the 14th Nursing Research Congress on July 14-15, 2025, in San Francisco. So, we have all the elements for an accurate e-clinical diagnosis.
Persistent depressive thoughts disturb human equilibrium. My presentation, ‘Depressing Thoughts’ Effects on Vulnerable People,’ at the 63rd International Conference on Medical, Biological & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Virtual Seminar,2025, is available on the YouTube channel.
Observations in clinical practice provide valuable insights into the complex presentation of diseases, frequently serving as indicators,” she added.
Women’s Role in Society
As a strong female leader herself, we were interested in learningDr. Sofica Bistriceanu’s perspective on the role of women in today’s world.
“The perception of women’s roles in society has undergone significant changes. Increasingly, women are assuming leadership roles, and their efforts often yield success. Sometimes, women seem more attuned to their clients’ emotional cues, which enhances their work efficiency. Compassionate work deeply resonates with those in need, who remember difficult times and respond appropriately over time. And, understanding multiple facets of communication helps innovate in measuring the impact of human interactions on their lives,” Dr. Bistriceanu reflected.
Plans we asked Sofica Bistriceanu
To learn more about Dr.Bistriceanu’s goals for her personal and professional life in the upcoming days, we asked, “What are your top priorities and goals for 2025 and beyond — for both yourself and Academic Medical Unit CMI?”
She mentioned, “I want to explore the impact of cultural differences on people’s lives.”
Words of Wisdom for Professionals
Ensuring a healthy balance between work and life is crucial for success. To learn Dr. Sofica Bistriceanu’s perspective on this, we asked, “What would be your advice for business leaders to incorporate work-life balance into their schedule?”
“Take care of burnout! In medicine, it can undermine all you have worked hard to construct,” Dr. Bistriceanu replied.
Driving Success in Business
We further asked, “What strategies do you implement to maintain high levels of client satisfaction and employee engagement?”
“These elements have proven essential for good results in practice and driving success: having expertise in the domain selected, offering an adequate price for services, not inflated prices. Moreover, honest and respectful interaction skills with clients and their families, alongside offering compassionate care, are crucial. Professionally share the presence and remember to eliminate arrogance in daily work. And lastly, aligning with social norms equally plays an instrumental role,” she added.
Crafting a Strong Legacy
Interested to learn more about Dr. Sofica Bistriceanu’s plans on leaving behind a strong legacy, we asked, “How do you want your business to be remembered, and what steps are you taking to secure that legacy?”
Dr. Bistriceanu shared, “After the introduction of family medicine in Romania, I experienced repeated stress for a few years while working within contractual relationships with the local national health system. Individuals in high positions who proveduntrained for their roles ultimately made unethical and unrealistic decisions for my practice in 2008, which affected both me and my patients equally.
At that moment, I decided to work independently, transferring the delivery of medical services from the office practice to the patient’s home. This medical home model, a private practice, has provided me with other insights into clinical practice that I have presented to the international medical community. They can replicate my studies to confirm the truth. Participating in various international conferences across disciplines such as neurology, cardiology, internal medicine, pediatrics, pharmacology, public health, nursing, and palliative care have enhancedthe prestige of family medicine.Medicine must be viewed as a whole.”
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