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A Window on the Unworkable Settings in Which Physicians Practice
The Annals of Internal Medicine just published an important problem that helps explain why our health care crisis is so intractable.
Most physicians dislike working conditions
Adverse work conditions may be to blame for the decline in number of primary care physicians nationwide, U.S. researchers said.
The latest bit of Astroturf aimed at derailing health reform comes from Gregory Garamoni, a psychologist in Ponte Vedra Beach , Florida, near Jacksonville.
Researchers identify potential patient safety risks among methadone maintenance treatment patients
Boston Medical Center researchers have identified potential safety risks among methadone maintenance treatment patients due to the quantity and accuracy of medical record documentation.
Health clinic conditions may be to blame for decrease in primary care physicians
Adverse work conditions may be to blame for the decline in the number of primary care physicians nationwide, according to a study published in the latest issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine .
News From The Annals Of Internal Medicine, July 7, 2009
EARLY RELEASES: 1. Travel Associated With Three-Fold Increase in Risk for Venous Thromboembolism Hundreds of millions of people will embark on long-distance journeys this summer.
Eight internists and family doctors have left their private practices in Helena in the past seven months - and that means a 25-percent drop the city's primary-care physician work force.
Atrial Fibrillation Connected To Increased Hospitalization In Heart Failure Patients
Patients with atrial fibrillation, common in those with advanced chronic heart failure, have an increased risk of hospitalization due to heart failure, according to new research from researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham .
Physician lists 4BD in Clayton
Dr. Monika Aplyn and her husband, Eric, have listed for sale a four-bedroom, 1.5-bath home at 64 Arundel Place in Clayton for $550,000. The 2,084-square-foot house, which was built in 1922, is in the East of Hanley Road neighborhood.
The internist's role in treating hypertension in hemodialysis patients.
NEW guhjy NEW Abstract Hypertension in hemodialysis patients is typically treated with a combination of volume removal with dialysis--although limited by current dialysis paradigms--and hypertension medications.
Seek Out Credentials Before Choosing A Physician - Is Your...
Recent news reports have highlighted the importance of physician credentials and ensuring that physicians meet high standards in their chosen area of practice, according to the American Board of Medical Specialties , which coordinates and assists its 24 Member Boards in their efforts to develop and implement educational and professional standards ...
Bayhealth welcomes hospitalists
Five hospitalists recently joined the Bayhealth Medical Center Department of Medicine.
Initiatives haven't solved Miss. obesity problem
Mississippi's health care community still hasn't found the secret to reducing the state's nation-leading obesity rate despite numerous legislative efforts and millions of dollars in funding, a top medical expert says.
Doctors knocked for poor patient follow-up, but some in Berks say clients not always listening
Communication should be a two-way street when it comes to doctors and patients. A recent national study revealed doctors failed to inform patients of abnormal cancer screenings one out of 14 times.
Iom Cer Committee releases recs to Congress for health-care priorities, funding
The Institute of Medicine Committee on Comparative Effectiveness Research released its recommendations today for setting health care priorities for research and funding by the U.S. government.
A "Fresh Start" to Summer; New Program Offers Personalized...
Two physicians shed the stigma around the very word "obesity" by launching a personalized approach to weight loss.
D sir e Tulloch-Reid: The detective in me
Nashauna Drummond, Lifestyle Coordinator Desiree Tulloch-Reid knew the profession she chose had to make her feel like she was contributing to her community.
MediaTakeOut.com just EXCLUSIVELY uncovered some EXPLOSIVE news. Apparently Michael Jackson's doctor, Dr.
Internists Support Broad Goals Of House 'Tri-Committee' Proposed Health-Reform Legislation
Agreeing with the broad goals and most of the underlying policies contained in a comprehensive draft bill on health care reform legislation, the American College of Physicians has praised the House "tri-committee." Made up of the House Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, and Education and Labor Committees, the "tri-committee" unveiled its proposed ...
The barrier - echoing my mantra
The Family Doctor: A Remedy for Health-Care Costs? - of course I object to the title.