Practice Management

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

What physicians need to know about challenges for medical lab technologists in the health care work force.

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

The new year will be challenging for both independent and employed physicians. But chaotic times can bring enormous opportunity.

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.

Physicians have complained that Medicare reimbursement rates have not kept pace with inflation, and now in 2025, are dealing with a 2.83% reimbursement cut. There's little chance of relief in sight. How did we get here?

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

Practical strategies to connect with patients

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

Don't undersell yourself when providing your skills and expertise

What is the role of the advanced practice provider compared to a physician in primary care?

With high demand but high prices for antiobesity drugs, patients may fall for phony pharmaceuticals.

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

While systemic changes are undoubtedly needed for all physicians, there are steps that we can take as individuals to support our women colleagues.

Poll finds that employees are managing their conditions at work, but not telling their employer

Not all potential partners or arrangements can provide the assistance physicians want while giving them the autonomy they’re accustomed to nor the work-life balance they may seek.

Just one-third of U.S. counties have gastroenterologists, leaving millions without sufficient digestive care.

Balancing automation and accuracy in the quest to reduce provider documentation burden

Ferhat Dikbiyik, chief research and intelligence officer at Black Kite, talks cybersecurity and the evolving threat of ransomware gangs.

A recent Dartmouth study finds primary care practices struggling with accessibility despite advances in practice capabilities since 2017-2018.

New ACP guideline prioritizes affordable, patient-preferred migraine treatments over expensive CGRP therapies.

An analysis by Gibbins Advisors.

New study highlights gaps in education on preventive screening, genetic testing and mental health support for adoptees with limited family history.

Study highlights benefits of GPS tracking, geo-fencing and two-way communication.

Study examined Amazon’s RxPass to see how it affected medication adherence and cost

Amid mounting evidence of GLP-1 receptor agonists’ efficacy as weight loss drugs, ACP calls on policymakers to ensure access for patients in need.

Maryal Concepcion, MD, FAAFP, the owner and CEO of Big Trees MD, shares her experience with direct primary care.

Three-quarters of voters oppose HHS revoking FDA approval of the polio and other vaccines—14% support revoking approval.

The importance of collaboration in health care organizations, the challenges it faces, and its direct impact on patient care.