Health tech CEO convicted in $1B Medicare fraud scheme; a new vision for health care focuses on age-related diseases; popular TikTok pushes IBD misinformation – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
MAHA Report reaction: Health effects of ingredients generally recognized as safe
A cardiologist, chef and food researcher discusses a new major analysis of American health and nutrition.
MAHA Report reaction: Health effects on children
Firefly Health is the first national primary care group to earn NCQA Virtual Care Accreditation
The designation marks a new benchmark in virtual care quality standards.
MAHA Report reaction: What evidence is there?
A decade of value-based care: Mark McClellan, M.D., Ph.D.
A discussion with Duke University's Mark McClellan, M.D., Ph.D., about why value-based care hasn’t been adopted more quickly
We must do better: Supporting the mental health of young physicians
It is time we raise awareness of provider mental health as an individual problem and start recognizing it as a systemic one.
MAHA Report reaction: Startling honesty about America’s food
How to enhance engagement, improve monetization and maximize ad revenue: The health care publishing playbook
Precise targeting to highly relevant audiences is crucial.
Value-based care is a team sport: Optimizing roles for better outcomes
Discover how effective teamwork in health care enhances patient outcomes, optimizes care management and boosts staff satisfaction in value-based care settings.
Openwater study shows promise for portable stroke detection tool
Openwater's portable stroke detection tool enhances EMS capabilities, improving rapid diagnosis and treatment for severe strokes in emergency settings.
AI can aid diagnoses, but human touch still matters
A new study finds artificial intelligence can match doctors on facts, but struggles with empathy, nuance and consistency.
MAHA report reaction: First impressions from a cardiologist-chef-professor who has studied ultraprocessed foods
A new analysis of the health of American children may have lessons for adults.
The loss of independent physicians in rural America
A new report finds steep declines in rural physician numbers and small practice closures — raising alarm about access, consolidation and the corporatization of care.
Spending time in nature may ease chronic pain; $174M Medicare genetic testing fraud; a record high in cannabis use among older adults – Morning Medical Update
Where physician pay satisfaction is highest in the U.S.
Physician satisfaction isn't just about earning more — it's about feeling fairly paid. These 10 states lead the nation in how satisfied doctors are with their compensation, according to new Marit Health data.
Guardant Health’s blood-based multi-cancer screening test receives FDA Breakthrough Designation
Guardant Health's Shield multi-cancer screening test detects multiple cancer types with a single blood draw, promising early diagnosis for various cancers.
MAHA Report: Mistakes in citations, a new movie version, criticism of claims
Make America Healthy Again Report sparks responses across health care, food industry.
If doctors were trained in leadership, the entire health care system would benefit
Leadership can be a cornerstone of each physician’s professional development throughout their career, benefiting not just them, but also care teams and patients.
Two simple workflow tools cut physician message load by 16%
A new study finds that clarifying team roles and routing protocols sharply reduced physician message burden without new tech or added costs.
Achieving financial success: Mastering 5 money activities
Almost nobody is naturally good at all five of these lifetime money matters.
Preparing physicians for an equity transaction: strategies to maximize value and minimize risk
Right now is the best time for doctors to develop financial awareness that will be the foundation of long-term success.
NIH test to predict diabetic foot ulcer recurrence; a multimillion-dollar Medicare and charter jet Ponzi scheme; Pfizer rebuked again in U.K. for COVID-era tweets – Morning Medical Update
Physician groups warn of bad effects on health care as Senate takes up Big Beautiful Bill
Speculation mounts on potential changes and timing for federal spending plan already approved in House of Representatives.
Where physician pay satisfaction is lowest in the U.S.
High salaries don't guarantee satisfaction. These states, and D.C., rank lowest in how fairly physicians feel they are paid, according to new data from Marit Health.
GAO appoints internal medicine physician, health care AI entrepreneur as new MedPAC members
MedPAC is a key adviser to Congress on Medicare pay for physicians.
This small schedule change could ease inbox stress for primary care physicians
University of Michigan’s “portal practice slots” didn’t cut after-hours EHR time, but physicians still reported less stress and better control over their day.
BiVACOR artificial heart earns FDA Breakthrough Device status
BiVACOR's magnetic artificial heart gains FDA Breakthrough Device status, promising a revolutionary solution for severe heart failure patients.
8 tips from physicians to battle vaccine skepticism
Doctors give advice on the best ways to engage patients and develop trust to prevent illness.
Redefining medical malpractice insurance to help physicians thrive
Medical malpractice insurance needs an update
