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Exploring Iron Deficiency in Alberta: Following up on Clinical Observations [Population health and epidemiology]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: Our study investigates ID prevalence in Alberta from 2010 to 2022 and its association with patient and provider characteristics. These individuals had at least one ferritin test between 2010-2022. Notably, providers who were female and located in urban sites were more likely to perform ferritin testing.

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Tapping the potential applications of mHealth

The Health Policy Exchange

mHealth applications can complement and expand care provided at traditional face-to-face visits, and exploring their untapped potential to improve health in the U.S. Should state and local governments provide direct grants or tax relief to promising startups? Kenny Lin, MD, MPH Director, Robert L.

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The Massachusetts Avenue of health reform

The Health Policy Exchange

Bush Administration and reached an agreement to redirect a multi-million dollar fund for Massachusetts hospitals to provide subsidized health insurance for lower income workers. in 2010, as the national average rose from 15.2% It was one thing to ask drivers to buy car insurance. Owning a car is a choice. in 2006 to 1.9% Phillips, Jr.

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San Luis Obispo Physician Launches New Medical Practice with Exclusive Service Program from Concierge Choice Physicians

Concierge Choice Physicians

She graduated from UCLA School of Medicine in 2010 and completed her residency at the University of Michigan in 2013. “Welcoming my patients to this new style of medicine has been overwhelmingly positive,” Dr. Greenough adds. It’s a wonderful way to practice medicine.” Higuera Street, #701, San Luis Obispo, CA.

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My Green Doctor Begins Pilot with Weill Cornell Medicine

My Green Doctor

Since its launch in 2010, MGD has been helping healthcare clinics, offices, and systems around the world make practical, measurable progress toward environmental sustainability—without compromising patient care, staff efficiency, or clinic finances. 19 countries have national medical associations that provide MGD resources.

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Defining Emergency

StorytellERdoc

I originally wrote this piece in December, 2010. Lately, though, it seems the system meant to provide this care is being bogged down by questionable decision-making. Instead of providing emergent care, it seems I spend at least half of my emergency room time now playing doctor to chronic illnesses. To pain control issues.

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How Locum Tenens Fits Into Modern Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Barton Associates

In fact, hospitals, clinics, and other facilities are already reeling from a shortage of providers and it’s hurting patients— according to the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) , tens of millions of Americans live in areas with shortages of primary care, dental, and mental health professionals.