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Friday Reflection 32: The Trauma of Not Dying Alone

Sensible Medicine

Even though my practice is made up of about 750, overwhelmingly older people, mostly with chronic medical conditions, I only attend to the death of a patient a few times a month. He is otherwise well, with only hypertension, well-controlled on one medication. Others are transferred to inpatient hospice centers.

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Friday Reflection 31: Senses, Memories, and Medicine

Sensible Medicine

LT was an 80-year-old woman admitted to our inpatient medical team with gram-negative bacteremia. Medical training introduced me to a whole menu of smells -- both diagnostic tools and reminders of times in my career. [i] What made the admission memorable was that LT was lying in room 23.

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PN Job Duties in a Hospice Setting

Prism Career Institute

Hospice nurses fill a special role in caring for patients at the end of their lives. Its no surprise that many hospice nurses find their work fulfilling. With Prism Career Institute, learn more about hospice nurse duties to expect upon entering this career field. What Is Hospice Care? What Is a Hospice Nurse?

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Friday Reflection 31: Senses, Memories, and Medicine

Sensible Medicine

LT was an 80-year-old woman admitted to our inpatient medical team with gram-negative bacteremia. Medical training introduced me to a whole menu of smells -- both diagnostic tools and reminders of times in my career. [i] What made the admission memorable was that LT was lying in room 23.

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Deep Dive into Duke Medical: An Interview with Dr. Linton Yee, Associate Dean of Admissions [Episode 593]

Accepted Blog

Show Summary Dr. Linton Yee, Associate Dean for Admissions at Duke University School of Medicine joins us to discuss how applicants can earn a spot in this highly competitive program. Show Notes Welcome to the 593rd episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Are you ready to apply to your dream medical schools? Thanks for tuning in.

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Beyond Hospitals: Where Else Can Medical Assistants Work?

Prism Career Institute

Medical assistants serve as crucial members of healthcare teams. The role provides a wide range of desirable benefits, including employment opportunities like primary and pediatric medical assisting , as well as roles in more unique settings. What Does a Medical Assistant Do?