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Why Attribution Bias Might be the Costliest Bias

Sensible Medicine

I am a total sucker for an article that argues for the importance of primary care. I am also obsessed with our diagnostic reasoning biases. In this article, Dr. Adam Cifu To paraphrase Shaw and Hawking, “The greatest threat to diagnostic excellence is not lack of a diagnosis but rather the illusion of a diagnosis.”

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Telehealth Analysis: The Pros & Cons

We Care Online

For instance, patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension can have regular virtual check-ins with their doctors to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments to their care plans. Cost Savings Telehealth can lead to cost savings for both patients and providers.

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Essential Phlebotomy Skills Developed in Our Medical Assistant Program

Prism Career Institute

This procedure is integral to healthcare, whether for diagnostic testing, treatment of conditions such as hemochromatosis, or for administering intravenous fluids. At Prism Career Institute, students learn to label each tube with crucial information, including patient details, the physician’s name, and the required tests.

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Medical Assistants vs Nurses and the Key Differences in Roles

WSMDA

Their responsibilities can vary significantly depending on the healthcare setting, but often include duties like: Scheduling appointments Maintaining medical records Taking patient histories Assisting with exams Collecting lab specimens Providing basic patient care Nursing Nurses provide patient care across a wide range of healthcare environments.

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NEW CE: Osteoporosis in an Aging Population

NHA Now

the significance of BMD testing in measuring the density of the bone vs. an x-ray to reveal a fracture) Describing the diagnostic criteria for osteoporosis (e.g., Healthcare professionals should be familiar with the most common treatments so they can help each patient implement and adhere to a care plan tailored to their needs.

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Expert Spotlight: Wali Khan – Leading By Example

Arkenea

This will facilitate seamless data exchange across different healthcare platforms, providing a more comprehensive view of patient health and reducing redundancy in testing and treatment. Artificial intelligence will play a key role in both current and future projects, enhancing our care management platform in several ways.

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Expert Spotlight: Wali Khan – Leading By Example

Arkenea

This will facilitate seamless data exchange across different healthcare platforms, providing a more comprehensive view of patient health and reducing redundancy in testing and treatment. Artificial intelligence will play a key role in both current and future projects, enhancing our care management platform in several ways.