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How doctors can stop frivolous lawsuits before they start

KevinMD

All medical malpractice lawsuits stem from complications caused by medical interventions. Some complications are random errors of nature, which are unpreventable. Others are systemic medical errors, caused by medical interventions gone astray. Herein lies the problem in medical malpractice.

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The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Reversing Early Chronic Disease

Edge Family Medicine

As a leading family medical practice in Upland, CA, we champion evidence-based approaches that empower patients to take control of their health. Unlike traditional medicine that often focuses on medications, lifestyle medicine emphasizes preventive and curative strategies tailored to the individual. Why Act Now?

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Clap Outs

Mere Mortal MD

There are things we can do to help prevent the blood pressure dropping, like abdominal binders and compression stocking that hold blood into their veins when they sit up, as well as medications to raise the blood pressure. Does the patient have any other medical issues that affect the ability to sit up and be out of bed, like pressure ulcers?

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Using Machine Learning to advance primary care: an example of predictive modeling of hypertension risk to impact outcomes [Hypertension]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: While hypertension is the most common chronic disease cared for during adult primary care visits, it is challenging to know which hypertensive patients have the highest risk of cardiovascular complications in the future. Variables used in the model include demographics, past medical history, ejection fraction, and lab values.

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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.

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Managing High Blood Pressure with Medication and Lifestyle

Imperial Center Family Medicine

However, the correct treatment plan can help you manage your blood pressure and reduce complications. Read on for an overview of medications used to treat high blood pressure, along with lifestyle changes that can enhance the effectiveness of these medications. Examples include captopril, enalapril, and lisinopril.

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Managing High Blood Pressure with Medication and Lifestyle

Imperial Center Family Medicine

However, the correct treatment plan can help you manage your blood pressure and reduce complications. Read on for an overview of medications used to treat high blood pressure, along with lifestyle changes that can enhance the effectiveness of these medications. Examples include captopril, enalapril, and lisinopril.