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ICU telemedicine programs bring essential critical care to community hospitals

Sound Physicians

Partnering with a telemedicine critical care team alleviates the pressure on both the hospitalist team and the patients. How — and why — it works Our tele-intensivists are available 24 hours a day to support teams on the ground, working 12-hour shifts to support hospitalist teams as well as emergency department (ED) triage.

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For shared decision-making, telemedicine may be as effective as in-person appointments

Medical Xpress

Telemedicine may be just as effective as in-person visits when it comes to shared decision-making and communication for patients undergoing a first-time surgery consultation, according to a study published as an "article in press" in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons and presented at the Southern Surgical Association 134th Annual Meeting (..)

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Integration with intention

Sound Physicians

A lack of clear communication among clinicians can leave patients feeling uneasy and uncertain. Posted in Emergency Medicine , Hospital Medicine Share Article Subscribe to the Sound Physicians Blog A trusted source for todays healthcare needs. Want to take a deeper dive into integrated care? Read the full webinar recap.

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9 Technologies That Will Shape The Future Of Dentistry

The Medical Futurist

Just like in the case of other medical specialties , disruptive innovations will have a huge impact on how dentistry will be practiced and how patients will take care of themselves in the future. For patients, it promises more accurate care and better outcomes. How about having a teledentist consultation?

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Role of General Practitioners in Acute Case Handling

Physician's Weekly

Students also recorded patients’ concerns and expectations, which were analyzed using qualitative content analysis. The results showed that 523 cases were collected from 53 GP practices. Most cases (82%) were managed entirely within the practice.

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Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms: Early Warning Signs and How to Fix Them

Edge Family Medicine

At Edge Family Medicine , we specialize in identifying and treating nutrient deficiency signs for patients in Upland, Montclair, and Rancho Cucamonga. Convenient telemedicine options for consultations. However, deficiencies in essential vitamins like B12, D, and iron can affect your energy, immune system, and overall well-being.

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Shorter stays, better outcomes

Sound Physicians

Not all LOS is created equal The trend in recent years has been to move away from looking at overall LOS that includes more complex patients whose LOS tends to be longer and, instead, toward geometric mean LOS, an adjusted metric from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. All rights reserved.