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Creating Empathy for Pain
"How to Cope With Pain" is a Web-based resource for those with chronic pain, their families and friends, and those who treat patients with chronic pain.
Article, November 24, 2009
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Frequency and Severity of Adverse Effects of Iodinated and Gadolinium Contrast Materials: Retrospective Review of 456,930 Doses
Both iodinated and gadolinium contrast agents are associated with a very low rate of adverse effects, and most adverse effects can be managed in the radiology department.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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Examining the Fingernails When Evaluating Presenting Symptoms in Elderly Patients
Determine your patient's condition by looking at the fingernails -- another important review in this series on geriatric assessment.
Clinical Review, November 23, 2009
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Low Back Pain: Evaluating Presenting Symptoms in Elderly Patients
This review launches a new series on the evaluation of presenting symptoms in geriatric patients.
Clinical Review, November 20, 2009
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Heart Rate Characteristics and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Very Low Birth Weight Infants
Neurodevelopmental outcome can be hard to predict in very low birth weight infants - - this noninvasive marker is one more piece of evidence for clinicians.
Journal Article, November 20, 2009
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Part 2: The Case of the Emergency Room Physician Who Burned Out: Diagnosing and Treating His Substance Abuse
In part 2 of the new series on the Impaired Physician, substance abuse develops in Dr. X. Is it now time to turn him in?
Clinical Case, November 18, 2009
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What Should Patients Do With Unused Narcotics?
Clinicians often tell patients to save their remaining narcotics for "next time." According to guidelines, this may not be the best advice.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 18, 2009
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Part 1: The Case of the Emergency Department Physician Who Burned Out: Risk Factors, Impact, and Early Interventions
In part 1 of the new series on The Impaired Physician, Dr. X shows signs of burnout that put his personal and professional life at risk. Would you turn him in?
Clinical Case, November 16, 2009
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Assessment of the Geriatric Patient: Gait and Balance
This activity describes a systematic approach to assessment of gait and balance, highlights commonly encountered abnormalities, and includes video clips demonstrating associated problems.
Clinical Review, November 16, 2009
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Video Day in Review from AHA 2009 with Dr. Melissa Walton-Shirley: Sunday, November 15
Join Dr. Melissa Walton-Shirley for her picks from the news at the Scientific Sessions in Orlando, Florida. In this review, Dr. Walton-Shirley discusses PLATO STEMI subanalysis; presentations on sudden cardiac death and genetic testing, Framingham data, symptoms, and preservation of neurological function; and the POPULAR trial.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 16, 2009
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Cognitive Health for an Aging Population
We must take steps to maintain brain health and prevent cognitive decline now -- or face a monumental public health crisis when the "baby boomer" generation reaches old age.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 16, 2009
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Physicians Are Talking About: Tort Reform: Does Saying "I'm Sorry" Help?
Physicians are often reluctant to apologize for clinical errors because their words can be used in malpractice litigation as admissions of fault. MPC members discuss whether saying "I'm sorry" can help.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 16, 2009
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Opioid Contracts in Primary Care
Opioid contracts are not prevalent in primary care.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 16, 2009
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Surgical Outcome After Spinal Fractures in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis
A recent study presents the surgical experience of spinal fractures in patients with ankylosing spondylitis and highlights the difficulties that exist regarding diagnosis and surgical management.
Journal Article, November 16, 2009
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American Heart Association (AHA) 2009 Scientific Sessions
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting.
Conference Coverage, November 13, 2009
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The Challenges of Managing Vestibular Disorders: A Qualitative Study of Clinicians' Experiences Associated With Low Referral Rates for Vestibular Rehabilitation
This study helps explain why so many patients with vestibular disorders are undiagnosed and so few of those with diagnosed disease are referred for vestibular rehabilitation.
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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Antigen-Based Therapy for the Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes
The use of ABTs for autoimmune disease is still in its infancy, but recent results from clinical studies hold promise that this approach may be able to delay the onset of type 1 diabetes.
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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Use of Methadone in Chronic Pain Management--A Video Lecture from CSAT/SAMHSA
An important video lecture on prescribing methadone for chronic pain, from the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Slide/Lecture Presentation, November 12, 2009
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The Medscape Cancer Survivorship Survey
In his latest video blog, Dr. Maurie Markman encourages viewers to participate in the Medscape survey for healthcare providers that discusses cancer survivor care.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 12, 2009
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Oral Appliance Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: An Update
This article reviews oral appliances, an alternative to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
