Vascular Physician

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Are diabetic patients more likely to have PAD? · · Yes, diabetes is a risk factor for developing PAD. In diabetic patients, the risk of PAD is increased by: duration of diabetes, age, smoking status, and presence of peripheral neuropathy. · Why does PAD increase the risk for foot wounds and limb loss?

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StorytellERdoc

MAY 14, 2020

It was apparent he had probably been walking barefoot and that he also had diabetes or poor circulation. Do your little bit of good where you are. It's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world. We stopped at Sam's Club and Walmart, stocking up on our low supplies of food and other necessities.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 26, 2023

In this blog, we will explore the significance of regular health check-ups and how they contribute to your overall well-being. Many health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, and certain cancers, can develop with little to no noticeable symptoms in their initial stages. What are Regular Health Check-ups?

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East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 11, 2022

There is a strong correlation between high blood pressure and an increased likelihood in many detrimental health effects, such as stroke, heart attack, and diabetes. A healthy diet also reduces the probability of diabetes, heart disease, and more. However, high blood pressure is treatable and preventable.

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Noreta Family Medicine

JUNE 25, 2024

For instance, in May, I prescribed a diabetic medicine for a patient. The patient was unable to pick up the medicine due to the cost (about $1800), so I prescribed the other diabetic medicine in the same class. I have to admit that I’ve never watched an episode of South Park. I felt like I was in an episode of The Twilight Zone!

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

JUNE 12, 2022

His past medical history is significant for hypertension and diabetes mellitus. A problem representation (PR, or Summary Statement) is an evolving, concise summary that highlights the defining features of a case , helping clinicians generate a focused differential diagnosis and identify the next steps in diagnosis and treatment.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Let’s practice with a case: You are called to admit a 72 year-old woman with hypertension, diabetes, and knee replacement seven days prior who presents with acute, pleuritic chest pain and dyspnea. Stay tuned for the next blog post to get the answer! We think that the probability of this disease is so HIGH that we can treat it.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of vision screenings, especially during Glaucoma Awareness Month, and how they play a crucial role in preserving your eyesight. Medical conditions: Conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease can increase the risk of glaucoma.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

MAY 14, 2020

No prior history of atrial fibrillation – just hypertension and diabetes. As described by my friend Jack Penner elsewhere in this blog series, a core tenet of analytic reasoning involves interpretation of the pretest and posttest probabilities of a disease. We walked down to the emergency room and reviewed his chart.

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ABIM

JUNE 20, 2025

The post Join ABIM Governance: apply by July 20 first appeared on ABIM Blog. Read more about how ABIM chooses members of governance. If you have a genuine interest in professional development and standard setting for internal medicine and its subspecialties, consider applying to one of the openings below. RN, APRN, PA, NP, Pharm.D.,

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 26, 2021

HBO therapy has been shown useful in limb preservation by improving oxygen flow to complex diabetic foot and ischemic limb ulcers as well as osteomyelitis, and necrotizing fasciitis. The chambers are about 3 feet in diameter and 8 feet long, so they are big enough for people to enter and exit easily.

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Vascular Physician

JUNE 12, 2022

These include: • Family history of PAD and claudication • Being over the age of 50 and smoking or having diabetes • Chronic kidney disease • High cholesterol • High blood pressure • Diabetes • Obesity • Smoking What Are the Treatment Options? What Are the Causes?

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Vascular Physician

APRIL 22, 2024

How to Prevent a Potentially Fatal Aortic Dissection High blood pressure is a well-known medical condition that many people understand is a risk factor for heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes. Unfortunately, high blood pressure is also a risk for lesser known but no less serious conditions. And when it occurs, the results can be fatal.

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Risks & Benefits Oxygen plays a vital role in not only keeping you alive but also in helping your body heal when it has been infected or injured. In some cases, having access to extra oxygen can give your body the boost it needs to speed up the healing process and restore its overall health. What is It Used For?

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Vascular Physician

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Maintaining a healthy circulatory system is a critical part of living a long, healthy life. After all, your blood vessels and heart have a direct effect on how the other systems in your body function. Because of this, it is important to address vascular complications as soon as they arise, including Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD).

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FDA Law Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

And while we haven’t seen the video that is the subject of the letter (only screenshots), we are, quite frankly, surprised it took OPDP this long to object to this type of promotion. Not to mention the posts had been submitted through OPDP’s Bad Ad program. So what’s the takeaway here?

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FDA Law Blog

JULY 10, 2024

PGHD can be derived from Digital Health Technologies, which we have blogged on here , here , and here. Another patient shared their journey with diabetes. Patient-generated health data are data that are created, recorded, or gathered by patients or caregivers outside of a clinical setting.

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Vascular Physician

APRIL 25, 2022

Other risk factors affecting the elasticity and patency of arteries include uncontrolled diabetes, ill-fitting footwear, and advanced age. Keeping these small vessels in distal body parts open, such as in the feet, are critical to optimal functioning of the surrounding tissues.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Case: Mrs. G is a 66-year-old woman with a past medical history of insulin-dependent diabetes and peripheral artery disease admitted from clinic with concern for left ankle and foot cellulitis. In cellulitis this would most commonly be MRSA, and given Mrs. G’s diabetes, Pseudomonas and ESBL producing gram negative rods are possible as well.

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FDA Law Blog

JULY 22, 2021

Nevada’s reporting requirements have previously been primarily focused on drugs deemed to be essential for treating asthma and diabetes and included on an annual list published by the state (the “Essential Drug List”). In addition, the state may share information that is publicly available.

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ABIM

JUNE 4, 2025

Christine Twining, MD, Chair, ABIM Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Board The Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Board , which meets twice a year and is responsible for oversight of policy and assessment in the specialty, held its spring meeting on April 1, 2025. Visit the ABIM Blog for reports of prior meetings.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 11, 2025

In this blog, we’ll break down what preventive care involves, explore its relationship with short-term health insurance, and explain why it’s a critical part of staying healthy at any stage of life. Preventive care is often referred to as the first line of defense in healthcare—and for good reason. What Is Preventive Care? Are they the same?

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New South Family Medicine and MedSpa

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

May reduce the risk of heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. Women of childbearing age who may become pregnant should consume adequate folate from foods, Some of the proven and possible benefits of consuming fruits are: May reduce the risk of heart disease, including heart attack and stroke.

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GeriPal

JANUARY 18, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary The CDC’s Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain excludes those undergoing cancer treatment, palliative care, and end-of-life care. After discussing screening options for substance use disorder, we go on to talk about both the treatments for it and the issues that arise. Jessie, welcome back to GeriPal.

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FDA Law Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

As reported in a recent publication (citations omitted): An estimated 129 million people in the US have at least 1 major chronic disease (eg, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, hypertension) as defined by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Undoubtedly, the public health and economic toll of chronic disease is staggering.

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FDA Law Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

12, 2012) (quoting Bob’s Pharmacy & Diabetic Supplies; Revocation of Registration, 74 Fed. DEA investigated Gulf Med because it was one of the top ten purchasers of oxycodone, hydromorphone and hydrocodone in Florida. The person who knowingly fills such prescription is subject to administrative, civil and criminal penalties.

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 24, 2022

When plaque builds up on the inside of your arteries as a result of factors such as smoking, diabetes, and high cholesterol, this can lead to both heart disease and mesenteric ischemia. There are three primary arteries that deliver blood to your intestines known as the mesenteric arteries.

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Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 10, 2024

22 Family physicians are the sole care providers for 86% of hypertensive patients and for 71% of diabetics (based on 2.7 In Europe, countries with stronger primary care had less unnecessary hospitalizations, especially concerning Asthma, COPD, and diabetes. Is that appropriate, or should it be the opposite? Here are the key results.

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FDA Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

We have blogged before on Trump-era drug pricing and payment regulations, most of which have been struck down by the courts (see here and here ), including another accumulator adjustment rule (see here ). The patient advocate groups are requesting that the court declare unlawful and set aside the rule.

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Pamela Wible MD

JUNE 19, 2025

Physician burnout describes a dangerous mix of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a loss of meaning in work. It’s now so common that more than half of all doctors report symptoms, with medical students , residents , and even senior clinicians feeling pushed to the brink. But is it really burnout—or something more serious? To be real.

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FDA Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Kirschenbaum — Despite vigorous criticism of high drug prices from the public and politicians in both parties, drug companies have largely dodged bullets on drug pricing and payment reform. Last Thursday, the U.S. The actual policy proposals read like a wish list. Below, we summarize the key proposals of the HHS plan. LEGISLATIVE PROPOSALS.

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