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How Medical Professionals Can Enhance Patient Care Through Formal Education In Counseling

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Beyond the advancements in medical technology and procedures, there is a growing recognition of the importance of mental and emotional well-being in patient recovery and overall health. Empathy and Communication: The Heart of Healing At the core of healthcare is the human connection between the practitioner and the patient.

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Exploring What Role Patient Advocacy Plays in Bundled Payment Outcomes

Guideway Care

In bundled payment models, patient advocacy plays a pivotal role in improving care coordination, patient satisfaction, and adherence to treatment plans. This blog explores how patient advocacy enhances care quality, addresses social determinants of health, and supports bundled payment success.

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5 Women Nursing You Need to Know About Today

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She is the only emergency medicine representative to the American Medical Association Specialty Society Relative Value Scale Update Committee (RUC), which makes recommendations to Medicare about evaluation of physician work influencing national physician payments. She is Nigerian-American with a deep personal tie to the African continent.

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6 Ways ER and Urgent Care Nurses Can Bridge the Gap for Uninsured Patients

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In today’s healthcare environment, emergency rooms and urgent care centers are often the first points of contact for the uninsured. These patients face unique challenges, from high medical costs to limited access to necessary treatments.

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What’s Causing Fewer Primary Care Visits in the US?

Health Populi

The January 2020 Health Affairs published a paper on Primary Care Physicians’ Role in Coordinating Medical and Health-Related Social Needs in Eleven Countries. Sponsored by the Commonwealth Fund, the research found that, compared with primary care doctors in other countries, a large proportion of U.S.

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NP Designation Helps Nurses Shape Their Careers with More Choices

Minority Nurse

Nurses who pursue an NP with a master’s of nursing degree find, in particular, that the additional credential offers a level of autonomy leading to career paths that could include direct patient care, nurse leadership roles, research, business, academia, or the diverse potential in entrepreneurship.

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The Expanding Role of Pharmacy Technicians in Modern Healthcare

Northwest Suburban College

Today, Pharmacy Technicians are vital participants in supporting patient care by tackling new challenges, from medication management and telepharmacy to specialty pharmacy services and community outreach efforts.