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A (re)Visit to an Old-Fashioned Doctor

Sensible Medicine

On the other, articles will sometimes find second life on the site. 1 Being alerted to this article was a gift for several reasons. The article itself also got me thinking. Initially, I was tempted to dismiss it as one of those “back in the good old days” screeds until I realized the article was published in 1998.

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Rehumanizing the Patient Experience

Minority Nurse

We wait for the test results. Doctors see patients in rushed 15-minute appointments, often without a cursory physical exam. In an article titled, “ Can Hospitality Cure the Woes of Healthcare?” We wait to see the provider. We’re stalled in the emergency room waiting area. We wait to be discharged.

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Scoliosis: Early Detection, Treatment, and Coping Strategies

Will Peach MD

This article will explore scoliosis in-depth, focusing on its detection, treatment options, surgeries, and how to cope with the condition. Many people find out they have the condition following an unrelated physical exam or by visiting their doctor after experiencing back pain. Who Can Develop Scoliosis?

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Telehealth Analysis: The Pros & Cons

We Care Online

In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of telehealth, providing a balanced perspective on its impact on healthcare delivery. Conditions that require in-depth physical examinations or diagnostic tests may still necessitate an in-person visit, which can reduce the overall convenience of telehealth for certain patients.

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Post #4 Back-to-Sleep Series

Sensible Medicine

A 2006 New Zealand article estimated that “assuming a causal association between smoking and SIDS,” 1/3 of SIDS deaths could have been prevented if their mothers hadn’t smoked. A 2010 American article estimates 23-34% of SIDS deaths are due to smoking. They then analyzed the deaths that occurred over the first year.