Sensible Medicine
APRIL 28, 2025
The picture below shows how a treatment can make patients better. I see four ways. The drug/procedure may work biologically. The Voltaire effect relates to his quote saying that the art of medicine consists of amusing the patient while nature cures the disease. AKA: natural history. Placebo effects can also contribute. I will show you an elegant experiment demonstrating how positive energy and words can add to improvement.
Forbes Healthcare
APRIL 26, 2025
Many jurisdictions are considering masking a criminal offense, which could adversely affect public health
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Forbes Healthcare
APRIL 23, 2025
A new outbreak in Angola , West Africa started on January 7, 2025, and it is likely to get worse as it spreads to more rural regions.
KevinMD.com
APRIL 26, 2025
Driving through the barren lands of South Dakota after visiting the Badlands, I noticed a sign denoting I was entering the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. As a medical student at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (GCSOM) in Scranton, PA, I rarely encounter Native American reservations. What I saw shocked meoverwhelming poverty, neglected homes, and a Read more Native communities deserve better: the truth about Pine Ridge health care originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Practice Index
APRIL 24, 2025
Burnout is a concept all too familiar with many Practice Managers, and a poll in the forum has revealed the true extent amongst those in management roles. A recent discussion thread asked if they were experiencing burnout and if so, what help they were receiving. Worryingly, around two-thirds of those who responded to the self-selecting poll said they were suffering from burnout and the majority of them who also commented on the thread decided to remain anonymous.
Minority Nurse
APRIL 28, 2025
Home health nursing offers numerous rewards, especially if you bring compassion and commitment. But as a minority nurse, you may face challenges that put your physical, emotional, and financial well-being at risk. However, you can meet these challenges and succeed. The Challenges Facing Minority Home Health Nurses You are the foundation of the home healthcare industry, providing necessary support in homes and communities nationwide.
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Forbes Healthcare
APRIL 23, 2025
OMB plans cuts of $40 billion to HHS. The NIH and CDC will each face reductions of more than 40%. What will you see when this happens?
KevinMD.com
APRIL 28, 2025
When physicians accept a job offer from a hospital, they are often enticed with a signing bonus in the form of a forgivable loan. Given the complexities of looking for a job and negotiating an employment contract, it’s easy to see the words “signing bonus” and overlook the term “forgivable loan.” However, while this may Read more Signing bonuses and taxes: What physicians should know originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
We Care Online
APRIL 24, 2025
Paramedic school is a big leapa chance to turn a calling into a career where youre the one making a difference when it matters most. Its exciting, sure, but its also intense, demanding, and not for the faint of heart. Getting ready isnt just about showing up on day one with a backpack and a smile; its about setting yourself up to thrive through the grind of classes, skills labs, and clinicals.
The Healthcare Blog
APRIL 23, 2025
I was a little surprised that in the days of limitless content, AI, and all types of medical information being online a company could raise $15m to create a platform where actual doctors could answer specific questions that patients might have. Vikram Bhaskaran, the CEO is ex Pinterest and knows the consumer world well. Rohan Ramakrishna is a neurosurgeon who is worried about the level of misinformation that he saw showing up in his clinic daily.
Practice Builders
APRIL 28, 2025
Your online resources should be adaptable to all people. This way you will reach everyone interested in your medical services. This is called web accessibility. It ensures that your site is designed and developed so that everyone, including potential clients with different disabilities, can use it effectively. Unfortunately, many platforms still have problems with it.
KevinMD.com
APRIL 24, 2025
Verdicts in excess of $10 million, or even $25 million, are no longer rare occurrences in medical malpractice litigation. Though most of these awards are handed down by empathetic juries concerned for an injured plaintiff, 40 percent of the award or more may go to pay attorney fees and other investors in the lawsuit. Third-party Read more Third-party litigation funding threatens access to health care originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Practice Index
APRIL 24, 2025
When the Government announced its plan to pay GPs 20 for each advice and guidance (A&G) interaction, Practice Managers were quick to question how it would work in practice. Now that the enhanced service specification has been published and sign-up deadlines confirmed, practices are starting to consider what it will mean for their day-to-day operations.
UVM Larner College of Medicine
APRIL 28, 2025
Vinh Le completed medical school training with the Class of 2024 at the University of Vermonts Larner College of Medicine and has been working as a research associate in the lab of Dr. Mary Cushman. His father, Phil Le, M.D. 90 is a Larner alum, current site director of the Family Medicine residency program at the Coatesville VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania, and Deputy Associate Chief of Staff for Research and Education.
Performance Health
APRIL 28, 2025
Recognizing the limitations and inefficiencies of its long-standing paper-based incident report software , Sparta Community Hospital District (SCHD) sought a modern solution to enhance safety and improve operational processes. The implementation of Performance Health Partners led to a dramatic increase in incident reporting due to its ease of use, enabling the hospital to identify critical safety trends, resulting in swift corrective actions and improved patient safety.
Forbes Healthcare
APRIL 27, 2025
Cynthia Johnson, a sought-after expert, discusses the importance for emerging adults to actively develop their personal brands to reflect their true self-identities.
Medical Economics
APRIL 24, 2025
Learn how prior authorization began, why it hurts doctors and patients, and how new CMS rules and AI could finally streamline the process in 2025 and beyond.
Practice Index
APRIL 24, 2025
In-person consultations contribute to patient satisfaction Reductions in face-to-face appointments have contributed to a collapse in public satisfaction with GP services. According to the Institute for Government, patients regard face-to-face consultations as more important than simply offering more appointments by using video and phone links. The Royal College of GPs commented that many patients like the convenience of remote consultations.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
APRIL 23, 2025
A bankruptcy judge approved Prospect Medical Holdings’ plan to close Crozer Health on Tuesday, despite concerns from county officials and nurses about care access.
Physicians Practice
APRIL 25, 2025
Discover essential medical practice marketing metricscost per lead (CPL), patient acquisition cost (PAC) and return on investment (ROI)to attract more patients and maximize revenue with data-driven decisions.
Forbes Healthcare
APRIL 28, 2025
The NIH announced an autism registry last week and then backtracked (for the moment) after public outcry. Concerns include consent, privacy, eugenics, and research ethics.
Medical Economics
APRIL 24, 2025
Experts warn that expanding health care conglomerates threaten competition, increase costs and limit independent practitioners' autonomy, urging regulatory action.
Northwest Career College
APRIL 25, 2025
A well-functioning pharmacy relies on the hard work of pharmacy technicians. They work alongside the pharmacist to ensure patients get the proper medication and care. Pharmacists would find it very hard to carry out their duties independently without pharmacy technicians. Here are five ways pharmacy technicians assist the pharmacist with their daily responsibilities.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
APRIL 25, 2025
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s report calls on Congress to improve program transparency, like requiring covered entities to show how they use 340B funds. Drug groups praised the findings, while hospitals argued the analysis was limited in scope.
Physicians Practice
APRIL 29, 2025
Physician burnout may be down, but AI-powered ambient listening and predictive analytics are still essential to lighten documentation loads and protect patient care.
Forbes Healthcare
APRIL 23, 2025
Why the U.S. still allows banned food additives and how RFK Jr. plans to reform FDA food safety regulations.
Medical Economics
APRIL 25, 2025
What to make of the market right now? Here are insights on factors driving consolidation and strategies to build value in the physician practice management sector.
Northwest Career College
APRIL 23, 2025
If you have been to the dentist’s office, you likely interacted with the Dental Administrative Assistant and the Dental Front Desk. Both are important in keeping the dental office running smoothly, yet their responsibilities differ quite a bit. Understanding what these two positions entail can help you decide which career path is best for you if you consider your options.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
APRIL 24, 2025
It’s the largest healthcare breach reported to federal regulators so far this year.
Patients Rising
APRIL 24, 2025
Patients Rising urges Congress to pass the HOPE Act to allow patients with insurance to open a tax-advantaged health savings account, or HSA. The post HOPE Act: Federal proposal would expand health savings accounts to insured patients appeared first on Patients Rising.
Forbes Healthcare
APRIL 23, 2025
In honor of that promise, his administration should address the enormous increase in what Medicare patients are being asked to pay for drugs.
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