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Clap Outs

Mere Mortal MD

This slows their recovery and prolongs their rehabilitation stay, as the attachment complicates their ability to move, sit, stand, shower, and toilet. Why I continue to learn and educate myself. Friday was a special day at the rehabilitation hospital as we had what’s called a “clap out.” Why I come to work every day.

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Forecasting and adapting to the family medicine workforce shortage

The Health Policy Exchange

In the mid-1990s, the American Medical Association confidently predicted that the penetration of managed care would lead to a large "physician surplus" and convinced Congress to cap the number of graduate medical education (GME) positions subsidized by the Medicare program. Two decades later, there is a widespread consensus that the U.S.

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Addressing the Diabetes Care Burnout Crisis

Physician's Weekly

The daily grind of monitoring blood glucose levels, adjusting medications, and managing complications can be exhausting. On top of that, diabetes is often associated with mental health challenges such as anxiety, stress, and depression, particularly in dealing with the long-term nature of the disease and the fear of complications.

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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

At Mesa Family Physicians, we believe that preventing illness is always better than treating it. As your trusted healthcare providers in Mesa, Arizona, we’re committed to helping you understand and access the preventive services that can keep you and your family healthy for years to come.

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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE): While not doctors, they play a key role in diabetes education and lifestyle support. Are they familiar with managing complications like neuropathy or insulin resistance? But how do you find the right diabetes specialist in a crowded healthcare landscape?

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Drugs Vs. Digital Therapeutics – A Digital Symbiosis

The Medical Futurist

The title, Drugs vs. DTx, is a classic case of the “it’s complicated” relationship status. This shift has been brought about by the rise of Digital Therapeutics (DTx), healing that can be administered right through our smartphones. But this isn’t just a novel concept. It’s a fascinating question.

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Study Reveals E-Cigarettes and Vaping May Be as Harmful as Traditional Cigarettes

Physicians News Digest

The findings revealed alarming evidence that the use of e-cigarettes is associated with serious health complications, including an increased risk of dementia, heart disease, and organ failure. “It is crucial to educate the public about the risks associated with vaping,” asserted Eleanor Brooks, a public health policy expert.