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Race in Medicine

Sensible Medicine

Third, race seemed to be often used as a lazy and imprecise stand in for the social history, a stand in that was as likely to be wrong as it was to invite stereotyping. In the years that followed, I learned of efforts to remove racial identifiers from medical textbooks and test questions. We do this with BRCA testing.

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Hearing Aids are great, even if they don't save lives

Sensible Medicine

NHANES is one of the many registries that measure health parameters in adults and then follow them for years. In this study, among 10,000 adults, nearly 2000 had completed hearing tests and had hearing loss. The effect held up even when the researchers accounted for differences such as age, ethnicity, education, and medical history.

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What Are SOAP Notes and How Do You Write Them?

Valant

The information recorded may include symptoms, medical history, test results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescription medications, and progress made at appointments. It may be appropriate to say that more data and follow-up sessions are needed.

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In Demand Career Spotlight: Pediatric Medical Assistant

ACI Medical & Dental School

The day-to-day responsibilities of a Pediatric Medical Assistant can vary depending on the specific medical office or clinic, but typically include: Clinical Tasks: These involve taking vital signs, administering medications and vaccines, assisting with medical examinations, and performing simple laboratory tests.

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How Many Hours Does A Medical Assistant Work?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Document medical histories and reason for the visit. Administrative Duties: Greet patients as they arrive, check them in, and update their medical records. Perform basic lab tests and prepare samples for external labs. Patient Communication: Provide patients with information about medications and special diets.

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How Physicians Can Use AI to Streamline Their Work

Mobius MD

AI-driven clinical decision support (CDS) tools draw on vast datasets–including a patient’s medical history, current health data, and recent medical research–to provide treatment suggestions tailored to each patient. These tools also give patients faster responses and ensure they seek the proper care at the right time.

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Therapy Notes vs. Progress Notes

Valant

Failing to follow best practices for therapy notes and progress notes can have legal and professional repercussions. The following is not an exhaustive list and state laws may apply, so check regulations in your state. What’s the difference between them, and is your practice compliant with the privacy regulations for each type?