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By John Christian Kryder, MD

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The road to real value-based care

The time has come for primary care to drive the innovative change in health care delivery and financing.


Mike Hennessy Sr, Founder and Chairman, MJH Life Sciences

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Questions linger around COVID-19’s origin

Debate and discussion about the origin of the virus that causes COVID-19 have been at the forefront of the global consciousness since the first cases were reported in December 2019.


Greg Pierce

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Third-party financing: a path for medical practices to thrive in an era of cost-shifting and declining revenues

These are especially difficult times to run a solvent—much less profitable and growing— independent or specialty medical practice.


Sanjula Jain, Ph.D.

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Doctor’s Office or Dollar General? How increased choice will impact patient loyalty

This trend presents an enormous challenge for traditional practices.




Hillit Meidar-Alfi, PhD

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The burnout paradox: How addressing SDOH can reduce provider stress

Solutions involving social determinants of health may seem counterintuitive, but they can be effective.


Sanjeev Pant

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How outpatient clinics can minimize cyber security risks

Technology and training are keys to thwarting cyber attacks


Yossi Shahak

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If AI isn’t ready to diagnose patients, where can it be used in health care?

Considering AI’s potential limitations in diagnosing patients or designing treatment plans, it’s understandable that physicians and other medical professionals would prefer to keep its clinical use at arm’s length for the time being.


Janani Krishnaswami, MD, MPH

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Why the Most Important Qualification for a New Doctor is Empathy

Being empathetic will help you be a better doctor and improve patient outcomes


Pete Perron

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Community specialists play a critical role in chronic disease management and cost control

The rising age of the U.S. population is driving many changes in healthcare, including the increasing demand for specialization.


Michelle L. Greenberg, Esq.

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A physician's guide to restrictive covenants

The importance of well-drafted provisions.


Rajiv Mahale

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Empowering physicians in the age of health care AI

AI is not just about automating administrative tasks – it can help with patient care too


Brian Hudson

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Scribes can provide numerous benefits to medical practices

Scribe use increases revenue while reducing provider burnout, studies show


Mark Denissen

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Implementing remote patient monitoring the right way

Proper implementation of remote patient monitoring can be beneficial for practices and patients.


John Ciccone, MD
John Ciccone, MD

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Current health care system cannot survive aging population

The anticipated rise in healthcare costs due to the aging population is simply not sustainable.


Randy Ferjuste

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Recruiting hard-to-hire physicians

Health care organizations must adopt a proactive and personalized approach to making physicians feel heard, valued, and interested.



Amanda Eisel

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Addressing healthcare’s crippling crisis of medical debt

We must make changes to alleviate medical debt for patients and lower overall costs across the healthcare ecosystem.


Ethan Lazarus, MD, FOMA

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Going the extra mile to make patients feel welcome

As providers, we need to create a welcoming environment for all patients to ensure they don’t postpone care or avoid it entirely.


Tiffany Lowe-Payne, DO

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How the CDC’s free smoking cessation resources improved quit rates at our clinic

The graphic images and stories created opportunities to more seamlessly counsel patients, and better track outcomes.


Lynn Carroll

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Capitation payment model has potential to rein in costs while improving outcomes

But contracts require close alignment between primary care and specialist providers to succeed




Jessica Sweeney-Platt

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Telehealth is here to stay: How technology has become a staple for physicians and is serving unmet health care needs

Who uses virtual visits, and why? Here’s how primary care doctors and patients can benefit.



Robert E. White Jr.

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Social inflation drives up malpractice payouts—and insurance rates

Large verdicts are becoming more common, putting pressure on insurers to raise rates


Vince Cole

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Leveraging health data and technology in claims resolutions: A strategic perspective

Health data stands as a linchpin in claims resolutions, legal events, and special patient cases, playing an instrumental role in ensuring the efficacy and integrity of health care processes.


Dr. Michael Everest

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Unveiling America's Doctor Gap: How international medical graduates are making an impact

International medical graduates can help both patients and doctors


John Kelly

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The next chapter for interoperability is upon us

As health care leaders navigate our transition from life in a pandemic to a world where COVID-19 is an endemic disease, interoperability will likely be top of mind.