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Yvette C. Terrie, RPh, shares insights into addressing non-adherence and motivating patients to adhere to medication recommendations and health practices....
Doctor's Voice Oct 1, 2024
Patients have easy access to health information, so doctors must enhance efforts involving helping patients understand their conditions and treatment options....
McDonald's Musings Sep 25, 2024
In this medical fiction, a pampered heir's anti-antibiotic crusade ends after an encounter with a bear cub renders him a victim of his own misguided beliefs....
Medical Fiction Sep 25, 2024
Access, convenience, affordability, and mental health issues are factors influencing why young adults choose urgent care or emergency service over primary care. ...
Sep 19, 2024
Working in a concierge healthcare system allows doctors to reclaim their primary role in patient care and reconnect with meaning in their practice of medicine....
Sep 18, 2024
Dr. Andrea Austin recognizes National Physician Suicide Awareness Day and discusses the mental health risks and benefits of pursuing a career in medicine....
Sep 17, 2024
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Tips for how physicians can help their patients who are in the process of dying approach death with dignity, and the value of providing hospice care....
Sep 11, 2024
Patient encounters outside of our practices can be awkward. Here's advice on what to do when a patient appears next to you, ready to converse....
Aug 8, 2024
How physicians can assist patients in finding a covered specialist under their insurance and strategies doctors can implement to overcome healthcare barriers....
Jul 27, 2024
Patients have easy access to health information, so doctors must enhance efforts involving helping patients understand their conditions and treatment options....
Sep 25, 2024
Although we all want to be healthy and improve our community's health, how we do that has fallen victim to political division....
Aug 21, 2024
It’s time for physicians to stand up and resume their role as healthcare system leaders to address a dysfunctional "disease care" system....
Jun 20, 2024
By sharing their voices, our guest columnists aim to educate, inspire, and raise awareness about important medical issues, ultimately promoting a more informed and engaged medical society.
Dr. MedLaw discusses where the line between safely offering informal consultation, or "curbsiding," and taking on the liability of a consultation gets drawn....
Sep 4, 2024
Patients are allowed to make their own medical decisions, even if the physician doesn't agree with the choice, but try to intervene before a patient leaves AMA....
Jul 9, 2024
A physician is planning on expanding his practice and anticipates significant legal costs. Dr. MedLaw advises on the best way to keep these costs under control....
Jun 4, 2024
In this medical fiction, a pampered heir's anti-antibiotic crusade ends after an encounter with a bear cub renders him a victim of his own misguided beliefs....
Sep 25, 2024
In this medical fiction, a medical student’s reckless, charmed life spirals after a mishap during residency, exploring the clash between privilege and ambition....
Aug 21, 2024
In this medical fiction, a trophy hunter and staunch advocate of personal freedom unknowingly shatters a young couple's dream, sparking nightmarish results....
Aug 7, 2024
Dr. David Epstein shares his personal experience with imposter syndrome, and offers physicians advice regarding confronting and overcoming imposter syndrome....
Aug 26, 2024
Improving and simplifying the lines of communication between patients and providers can help patients feel more safe, secure, and confident with their care....
Jun 21, 2024
Being a foreign correspondent in one’s life empowers and inspires one to share experiences with others in a way that provides a window into another’s life....
May 7, 2024
Yvette C. Terrie, RPh, shares insights into addressing non-adherence and motivating patients to adhe...
Oct 1, 2024
When clinicians become patients, they report greater empathy for their patients, understanding fears...
Aug 22, 2024
Empathy is a critical part of healthcare and is very much needed today, especially as mental health ...
Jul 27, 2024
Strategies physicians can use to help patients navigate their physical activity routines and to unde...
Aug 15, 2024
Insights on how physicians can find work-life balance, weighing work life and personal lifestyle to ...
Aug 13, 2024
Helping patients build healthy habits, such as creating a dietary plan based on well-balanced nutrit...
Jul 30, 2024
Clear guidelines and flexibility regarding family presence at code events in the ICU are essential a...
Sep 3, 2024
Tips for when families or patients insist on inappropriate code status, the plan of care of medical...
Aug 1, 2024
The time between brain death and organ procurement provides an opportunity to intervene in ways that...
Jul 2, 2024
Access, convenience, affordability, and mental health issues are factors influencing why young adult...
Sep 19, 2024
Healthcare professionals can play a crucial role in preventing prescription drug misuse among adoles...
Aug 28, 2024
Privacy is a vital part of patient care, especially for adolescents. Here are tips for physicians on...
Jul 27, 2024
Dr. Jill Bryson explains which medications can be beneficial when incorporated into an obesity treatment plan, and factors that determine medication use....
Sep 5, 2024
Addressing obesity stigma through education, advocacy, and inclusion can greatly improve the mental health and well-being of patients with obesity....
Aug 30, 2024
Effective obesity management requires a holistic approach, and physical activity is one of the most crucial components needed to maintain a healthy weight....
Jul 18, 2024
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Although a patient's request for a second opinion can make a physician question the patient’s trust level, physicians should consider supporting that desire....
Sep 25, 2024
Working in a concierge healthcare system allows doctors to reclaim their primary role in patient care and reconnect with meaning in their practice of medicine....
Sep 18, 2024
Dr. MedLaw discusses where the line between safely offering informal consultation, or "curbsiding," and taking on the liability of a consultation gets drawn....
Sep 4, 2024
Cash-based healthcare aims to provide all individuals with vital healthcare services, eliminating the burden of navigating insurance company requirements....
Aug 27, 2024
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Although a patient's request for a second opinion can make a physician question the patient’s trust level, physicians should consider supporting that desire....
Sep 25, 2024
Working in a concierge healthcare system allows doctors to reclaim their primary role in patient care and reconnect with meaning in their practice of medicine....
Sep 18, 2024
Dr. MedLaw discusses where the line between safely offering informal consultation, or "curbsiding," and taking on the liability of a consultation gets drawn....
Sep 4, 2024
Cash-based healthcare aims to provide all individuals with vital healthcare services, eliminating the burden of navigating insurance company requirements....
Aug 27, 2024
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