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Friday Reflection 27: The Poor Historian

Sensible Medicine

Many a medical trainee has been humiliated on morning rounds after proclaiming that their presentation was wanting because the “patient was a poor historian.” ” Any attending worth her white coat will respond in one of the following ways: “There are no poor historians, just poor history-takers.”

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Celebrating National Doctor's Day 2024: Journeys Through Medicine

Doximity

Karin Molander, MD, FACEP , Mills Peninsula Medical Center On Mother's Day 1978, my sisters and I sat huddled in the small 8-foot by 10-foot waiting room of Rush Presbyterian Hospital, longing for a glimpse of our mother who had been rushed there weeks before in need of emergent surgery.

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How to Use a Healthcare Support Staff QA Checklist to Identify Opportunity and Celebrate Success in Your Practice

MedicalGPS

Make a point to find out about your patients beyond their medical history. Avoid Medical Jargon. Waiting Room Rounding- Communicating with patients about wait time and making an effort to express awareness that their time is valuable is key to giving patients a positive impression of their office visit. Actively Listen.

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What is Automation in Healthcare? A Guide to Streamlining Operations 

CollaborateMD

Well-trained AI algorithms can use natural language processing (NLP) to identify which medications belong in the patient’s medical history. Utilize features such as Charge Capture, which provides a single app for managing patient notes, billing codes, and rounding lists.

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4 Common Interactions With Patients a Medical Assistant Can Expect

Prism Career Institute

It’s important for medical assistants to speak clearly, confirm the appointment date and time, and remain professional throughout the process. Taking Vitals and Medical Histories Another main job duty for medical assistants is taking patients’ vitals and recording their medical histories.

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Have a Passion for Patient Care? Northwest Suburban College Medical Assistant program is for you!

Northwest Suburban College

This well-rounded training program makes sure you’re prepared for the diverse responsibilities of a medical assistant. Find out how the key skills learned in the Medical Assistant Program can transform your healthcare career. The curriculum goes beyond technical knowledge. Ready to make a difference in patient care?

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What does a hospital pharmacy technician do?

NHA Now

Medication history technician Hospital pharmacy technicians may serve the role of a medication history technician. Ensuring crash carts are adequately supplied with their institution's required medications. Drip rounds - titration monitoring and calculations. Making trays and kits (CPR, transport, etc.)