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Assessment of Project ECHO(R) Opioid Use Disorder Sessions for Primary Care Teams [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Unfortunately, most individuals suffering from OUD do not have access to necessary care. A critical shortage of clinicians who specialize in treating patients with OUD exacerbates this issue. Intervention: 12 monthly online OUD sessions held from April 2023 to March 2024.

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Have Job-Based Health Coverage at 65? You May Still Want To Sign Up for Medicare

Physician's Weekly

When Alyne Diamond fell off a horse in August 2023 and broke her back, her employer-based health plan through UnitedHealthcare covered her emergency care in Aspen, Colorado. It also covered related pain management and physical therapy after she returned home to New York City. The bills totaled more than $100,000.

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Well Isn’t that Special: An Assessment of the Special Control Associated with Simple Point of Care COVID-19 Antigen Tests

FDA Law Blog

In this blog we examine the Special Controls put in place to mitigate false results, incorrect interpretation of results, and incorrect operation of the device. The Special Controls are silent on what would constitute appropriate levels of evidence necessary to satisfy this criterion. analytical, clinical and stability).

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At Long Last, FDA Unveils Plan for Rare Disease Innovation Hub

FDA Law Blog

We also commend and congratulate the legions of rare disease patient advocates and the leadership of the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases (“ELF”) who championed the advocacy efforts that led to this important milestone. By Sarah Wicks & James E. Valentine & Frank J.

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Caring for Patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in the Emergency Department: A Problem-Based Approach

PEMBlog

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a complex and progressive disease requiring highly specialized care, especially in emergency situations. When patients with DMD present in the Emergency Department (ED), an understanding of the nuanced aspects of their care is essential for optimal management.

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Empowering Women Physicians 2023 Bora Bora Retreat Recap and Reflections

Aspiring Minority Doctor

I went up to the front where I met two other female physicians, both in orthopedics (one of whom who was going to the same retreat in Bora Bora), and a patient in distress who we all helped together. It made me feel so special and loved. Because if I don’t take care of myself, how can I truly take care of my patients?

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Wrapping up 2022! (Residency Life, Mom Life, and Blog Milestones)

Aspiring Minority Doctor

I'm just seriously so blessed to have such an amazing daughter and I'm even more so grateful that I was able to spend her special day with her and celebrate in a way that she wanted. I continue to be grateful for each and every individual who takes the time out of their busy lives to read my blog. Thankful for you!