
Austin Littrell

Austin Littrell is assistant editor of Medical Economics.
Articles by Austin Littrell


Annals of Family Medicine study shows negative impact of PBR on primary care physicians.

Study finds that patients see the same results from advanced insulin delivery technology from primary care, telehealth training as they would from in-person specialists.

U.S. general public overestimated primary care funding by 10 times.


OpenEvidence secures a $1B valuation, and access to decades of NEJM content, multimedia.

Real-time neuromodulation offers more precise treatment for Parkinson’s patients.


AdvaMed, Senate Democrats warn of regulatory slowdowns and public health threats following mass layoffs at the FDA.

Patients are more likely to critique the interpersonal manner and technical competence of female PCPs and surgeons in online reviews.


In a statement to the House Ways and Means Committee, the AAFP pushes for incentives to sustain independent practices and expand rural care.

In 2024, more women graduated from medical school than men — but they still face several disadvantages compared to men.


Researchers find that structured, accessible GOC documentation enhances decision-making and patient care across health care settings.

The "AMA Augmented Intelligence Research" demonstrates a surge in AI use and enthusiasm among physicians — though concerns remain.


A survey by rater8 reveals that online searches and reviews now rival word-of-mouth in health care decisions.


Targeted Genomics’ new at-home GlutenID test provides consumers direct access to their inherited risk profile.

In a new Omada Health survey, PCPs warn of safety risks, overprescribing and care gaps regarding GLP-1s for weight loss.

Yashaswini Singh, PhD, MPH, a health care economist and assistant professor at Brown University's School of Public Health, discusses her recent research article on private equity and hospital consolidation in primary care.


New research highlights the need for stronger patient communication regarding AI implementation in clinical settings.


The Senate voted 52-48 in favor of Kennedy — Sen. Mitch McConnell the lone Republican to oppose Kennedy’s nomination.

Several leading physician groups issued a statement in support of the Medicaid program amid proposals to implement budget cuts, structural changes.

The top news stories in medicine today.

The Senate voted along party lines to advance the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for health secretary to the floor for a final vote, likely Thursday.

UVA researchers test AI technology to enhance automated insulin delivery and improve blood sugar control for patients with T1D.
