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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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What Is The Value Of PCT Certification?

ACI Medical & Dental School

At ACI Medical & Dental School, you can train to become a certified Patient Care Technician (PCT) in just four months through our hands-on Medical Assistant program. Here is a breakdown of the Patient Care Technician role, and the exciting possibilities that come with PCT certification. Performing electrocardiograms (EKGs).

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Top 11 Medical Certifications You Can Earn in a Year (or Less)

CareerStep

When you think about the medical field, the obvious occupations that come to mind are doctor or nurse. This guide will provide you with information on eleven different healthcare certifications you can earn in a year or less. Not everyone has the desire or the means to seek out these careers, however. Jump to: 1.

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Post #2 Back-to-Sleep Series

Sensible Medicine

Rather than investigate the potential health implications of delayed milestones, medical authorities seem to have pushed back expectations of those skills. One third of the retained milestones were transferred to different ages; 68% of those transferred were moved to older ages.”

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7 Medical Careers in Demand (That Don’t Require a Degree)

CareerStep

The medical field is a rewarding one. Medical Coder A medical coder has a home in almost all medical facilities. Medical Coder A medical coder has a home in almost all medical facilities. The average salary for a medical coder is $47,180. The average salary for a medical assistant is $38,270.

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Tulane Medical School: How to Get In [Episode 569]

Accepted Blog

Dr. Woodson discusses the unique aspects of Tulane’s medical program, including its focus on healing communities and its integration of nursing students into the curriculum. Are you ready to apply to your dream medical schools? It doesn’t really pertain per se to the medical school, but it will affect us.

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Is Medical Billing and Coding a Good Career Choice?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Starting a career in medical billing and coding can offer stability, flexibility, and a chance to contribute to the healthcare system without the extensive training required for some other healthcare professions. Is Medical Billing And Coding Hard To Learn? What Is A Typical Medical Billing And Coding Salary?

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