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In Demand Career Spotlight: Pediatric Medical Assistant

ACI Medical & Dental School

Our In Demand Career Spotlight Series focuses on careers in the medical and dental industries where demand for skilled workers outpaces supply. At ACI Medical & Dental School, you can be certified for these in-demand careers in just four months with the hands-on training, skills, and credentials youll need for your new job.

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Three Words that Cause Harm: "Bone on Bone"

Sensible Medicine

She scheduled an appointment to see her orthopedic doctor, who helped her with her shoulder years ago. She had thought of running that morning, but she had an appointment and decided to keep it. In 2 years, Pam was now 11 pounds heavier, not nearly as active, and was taking medication for anxiety, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension.

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Rising Healthcare Costs in 2025: What Providers Can Do to Manage the Impact  

CollaborateMD

This growth has caused rising pharmaceutical prices, increased medical technology costs and labor shortages, resulting in: Health worker wage increases. Higher prices for medical services, medications, and insurance premiums directly impact patients’ out-of-pocket expenses. Economy-wide inflation grew 12.4%

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What Are SOAP Notes and How Do You Write Them?

Valant

Progress notes are where you record information about treatments applied and how the patient responds to treatment. The information recorded may include symptoms, medical history, test results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescription medications, and progress made at appointments. Example SOAP notes are quite flexible.

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The Role of Medical Assistants in Efficient Healthcare Delivery

Northwest Suburban College

Medical Assistants play a vital role in the delivery of efficient and effective healthcare services. As valuable members of healthcare teams, they contribute to the smooth functioning of medical practices by providing essential support to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

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Daily Work of a Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

Medical assistants are key players in healthcare. They help doctors and nurses provide the best care for patients. A typical day for a medical assistant is packed with diverse tasks that keep them on their toes. One of the first things medical assistants do each day is welcome and prepare patients for their visits.

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The Importance of Nurses Educating Patients and 10 Ways to Improve Patient Education

DropStat

The importance of nurses educating patients is well known and documented in studies showing that patient education results in greater patient compliance and leads to better health outcomes. Moreover, healthcare is increasingly shifting towards patient- and consumer-centered healthcare.