PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This is a blog post designed to disseminate the important work of Choosing Wisely , an initiative of the the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation, the goal of which is the spark conversations between clinicians and patients about what tests, treatments, and procedures are needed – and which ones are not.

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Vascular Physician

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Lymphedema is diagnosed by a healthcare provider using the following techniques: Reviewing medical history, including past surgeries Performing a physical exam Using imaging tests, such as a CT, ultrasound, or Lymphoscintigraphy. Early diagnosis could mean a more effective treatment plan.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

As we embark on Glaucoma Awareness Month, East Cary Family Physicians is unwavering in our commitment to highlight the pivotal role of vision health, with a special emphasis on the early detection of glaucoma. Glaucoma, often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” can lead to irreversible vision loss if left untreated.

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Vascular Physician

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Types of Compression Therapy The two key types of compression therapy include graduated compression stockings and compression bandages: Graduated Compression Stockings These special stockings fit tighter than regular sock. As a result of a tight fit, your legs experience extra pressure, which is the highest around the ankles.

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PEMBlog

MARCH 27, 2024

My special guest podcaster, Emily Groopman, is an actual Pediatric Geneticist in training and we hope that you will find this episode useful. So my special guest host on this episode is a trainee in pediatrics and medical genetics. You won’t be able to diagnose them on history and physical alone. No, I’m not.

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GeriPal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

There’s no special thing to say, but sometimes we’re tempted to treat serious illness communication in that way, conversational judo or something, that I can maneuver around an encounter and create something new. All these studies in this fringe… We want the special key. Not a lot of blogs out there.

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Pamela Wible MD

JUNE 19, 2025

It’s dangerous and unsustainable; emotionally, physically, spiritually, financially for the patients—and for us. I assume most of you in here are not super specialized doing lung transplants and needing a helipad and tertiary-care hospital. I personally have one because I have a blog. Say I’m having a special.

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