Opinion

2017 Physician Writing Contest: Honorable mention

With a unique voice, good content, patience and consistency, your practice’s social media accounts can become valuable assets.

Do patients prefer Marcus Welby, MD, or Derek Shepherd, McDreamy, for their physician? The former, a well-seasoned veteran of medical science, the latter, a recently educated young doctor?

wWen should you, as the primary provider, ask for a hospice consult?

Precision Medicine in Primary Care: Now And In the Future

As if giving your key employees menial tasks isn’t enough to consider outsourcing, the ever-changing landscape of the medical industry should be the deciding factor.

While all of us recognize the advantages of an electronic record in the respect of data retrieval, the risk has become greater because many practices do not secure their network.

Sofosbuvir-based therapy successfully treats HCV patients with decompensated liver disease, according to a new study.

New research finds direct-acting antivirals can be given safely to those on liver transplant waitlist.

U.K. researchers say more research and funding is needed for a more successful alternative to prevent pneumonia infection.

A new report says the key to increasing adult vaccine compliance may lie in a simple suggestion from a physician.

A lack of improvement in HbA1c compared with patients who monitor glucose indicates that monitoring should not be routine, according to new research.

Good, long-term control of HbA1c may help prevent depressive symptoms in elderly with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study.

While physicians are charged with directing referrals, diagnostic tests and treatment options, every physician operates under the rules, regulations and restrictions of the government, the payers and the employer.

Maintaining certification, specifically under the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), has come under fire for a number of reasons, ranging from test material that has no connection to day-to-day practice to the salaries of those running the organization.

What qualifies as a preventative exam?

Physicians question value of process

The most common healthcare restrictive covenant is a non-competition covenant.

Consider these three tips to engage patients while being mindful of the practice’s budget

Electronic health records and portals are not perfect, but they do offer physicians a way to connect with patients

According to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, physicians and patients can exchange unsecured emails as long as patients are aware of and accept any potential privacy and security risks.

New currents are flowing in the world financial markets.

Comprehensive Primary Care Plus expands to four new U.S. regions for practices willing to revamp operations

Physicians and other experts offered these ideas, from practical improvements for solving today’s problems to visionary suggestions that could dramatically change how they practice.

At least 21 states now have passed or considered bills to protect physicians who choose not to fulfill American Board of Medical Specialties requirements for Maintenance of Certification

Kahlil Gibran said, “Work is love made visible.” In our profession, work is, in fact, sacred. As we cannot give what we do not have, ensuring our needs are met in healthcare is not selfish. It is necessary.

No offense, but are you board certified to explain the meaning of life?

I was recently discussing the complexities of opioid management of chronic pain with a medical student, when I recalled the following story.

Lady doctors, if you’ve taken Beyonce’s advice to heart and “put a ring on it,” then I have another message for you: Get a prenup.