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Primary care news round-up (2nd January to 8th January 2025)

Practice Index

This week, Prime Minister Keir Starmer launched the latest plans to reduce waiting lists, promising fast access to diagnostic facilities. He promised millions more appointments, offered close to home through community diagnosis centres and the development of one stop clinics.

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Friday Reflection 38: Yesterday’s Solutions; Today’s Problems

Sensible Medicine

The ability to “chat” with consultants while the patient is with me at an appointment. Digital X-rays have turned radiologists — once valued colleagues with whom you would round post call — into mere digital signatures. That 95-hour work week was not all work. There was a fair amount of downtime.

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Doctor’s Failure to Follow Up on Medical Test Leads to Large Settlement

Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

Ordering diagnostic tests is a standard procedure for physicians; yet if the test results aren’t reviewed and acted upon, what was the point of ordering the test? That fall, in November 2020, Mr W had a telehealth appointment with Dr P. Some would be on top of their own diagnostic tests. Some follow up on results.

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The Multifaceted Role of Dental Assistants in Modern Dentistry

Northwest Suburban College

A well-rounded education and hands-on training in the various aspects of dental assisting are crucial for aspiring Dental Assistants to develop the skills needed to excel in their roles and contribute positively to the field of dentistry.

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8 Must-Have Apps Every Hospital Needs

Arkenea

Cancer and outpatient care apps Patients with severe but under control illnesses are among the patient types that need round-the-clock monitoring and consultation (for example, oncology patients being treated at home). Hospital mobile apps for patients to collect, review, and share DICOM images. Maternity care advice and useful content.

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How Our Medical Assistant Program Prepares You for a Dynamic Healthcare Career

Northwest Suburban College

The diverse curriculum is crafted to make you a well-rounded medical assistant, capable of adapting to different healthcare environments. You’ll learn to assist with patient exams, prepare medical instruments, and perform diagnostic tests. Our classes cover anatomy, medical terminology, and pharmacology, among other subjects.

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21 Tips for How to Improve the Patient Experience

Walker Info - Patient Experience

The definition of care now includes every touchpoint—from appointments to invoices and everything in between. Create a Valuable Online Presence Most consumers conduct an online search before scheduling an appointment for nearly every healthcare vertical. More than 43% of patients prefer to book appointments online (Kyruus).