Today's Hospitalist

MAY 16, 2025

WITH PATIENT ACUITY levels rising in hospitals, it makes sense that the patients being discharged to SNFs are likewise increasingly complex. By some estimates, one in four patients discharged to a SNF are readmitted. “We had our own APRNs, our own physicians and our own back-office staff following those patients.”

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MAY 6, 2025

The New Haven region is a hub for healthcare in Connecticut. It’s home to many reputable healthcare employers, from private practices like the Physicians Alliance of Connecticut to major hospital systems like Yale New Haven Health. Understanding healthcare careers in New Haven County, CT.,

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context Concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries, are diagnosed in 150,000 Ontarians annually, resulting in disruptions to work, school, and sport. Concussion management is complex: variable onset of symptoms, urban/rural disparities, and the many professionals involved in case management.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 17, 2025

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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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objective(s): This research explores patient navigation between primary care and specialty care to facilitate treatment completion in a health care system. Intervention: Patient navigation program to specialist treatment from primary care with additional referral to behavioral health services. Among new patients, 58.9%

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Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 29, 2025

ACC/AHA/ACCP/HRS Guideline (2023): “It is not yet established that patients at high risk of developing AF by a validated risk score benefit from screening.” Conclusion: Most guidelines do not recommend atrial fibrillation screening for asymptomatic, older patients. Nevertheless, it is recommended in the new ESC guidelines.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objective: To examine the epidemiology and mortality among schizophrenia patients discharged from AMCs in the U.S. Population Studied: Adults aged 18 and above, discharged from an AMC diagnosed with schizophrenia, who Vizient identified as having been admitted to the general medicine service line (DRG based). from Oct 2019 to Dec 2023.

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Edge Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

At Edge Family Medicine , we specialize in identifying and treating nutrient deficiency signs for patients in Upland, Montclair, and Rancho Cucamonga. How to Diagnose and Treat Vitamin Deficiency Get Tested for Deficiencies Many symptoms of vitamin deficiency overlap with other medical conditions. Common Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms 1.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

An expert panel recently sought to establish objective criteria for diagnosing and treating obesity, aiming to support clinicians and guide public health strategies. To confirm excess adiposity, clinicians should directly measure body fat or evaluate patients for at least one anthropometric criterion in addition to BMI.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 28, 2025

A retrospective analysis study published in June 2025 issue of Journal of Rheumatology, researchers examined how HLA-B27 testing has been utilized in routine clinical practice for diagnosing spondylarthritis ( SpA ). The results showed that 1,960 patients (62.4% Overall, 11% of patients tested positive for HLA-B27.

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Vida Family Medicine

JUNE 28, 2024

One of the most rewarding parts of being a primary care physician is when I am able to work with a patient to help them find answers to unexplained symptoms they have been dealing with, sometimes for years! The healthcare system in the US is not well-designed for the kind of care that is required to get to the bottom of these symptoms.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 12, 2023

Psychiatric illnesses, such as schizophrenia and depression, affect nearly one in five adults in the United States and nearly half of patients diagnosed with a psychiatric illness also meet the criteria for a second. Their results are published in Nature Human Behavior.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MAY 20, 2025

Exploring a Medical Office Assistant Career Are you looking for a stable, rewarding career in the healthcare field that doesn’t require a degree? Medical office assistants are a crucial part of any healthcare team. As a medical office assistant, some of your day-to-day responsibilities may include: Greeting and checking in patients.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 21, 2025

The California-based firm, Second Sight , the German company, Retina Implant AG, and the French venture, Pixium Vision were the forerunners of the field, developing implantable visual prosthetics to restore vision to patients who are blind as a result of the rare condition of retinitis pigmentosa.

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BMJ

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

doi: 10.1136/fmch-2021-001139 Prediabetes, a health condition with blood sugar levels higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes, increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. In the US, about 11% of people with prediabetes will progress to type 2 diabetes annually.

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Dr. Zaar

MAY 20, 2025

Why Virtual Care Is Gaining Popularity Online healthcare services are revolutionizing how Canadians access care. How Online Platforms Diagnose Menstrual Issues Most virtual platforms start with a comprehensive medical history form. Patients describe symptoms, cycle patterns, and other health concerns.

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Myriad Genetics

MAY 20, 2025

Whitnee Brown, a PMHNP and Doctor of Nursing Practice in Birmingham, Alabama, and her patient Lisa Roberts of Huntsville, shared their stories in support of the survey results, which can be viewed here.  The GeneSight test gives me insights and takes out some of the guesswork associated with prescribing mental health medications.”

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Vascular Physician

APRIL 22, 2024

Whether you are showing signs of a vascular concern, have been diagnosed with a disease, or are striving to prevent a vascular illness from occurring in the future, a vascular ultrasound can give your healthcare provider a clear image of how well blood is flowing to the organs and tissues throughout your body.

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ABIM

MAY 18, 2025

As a Latina IBD patient, I’ve come to understand that my experience has been shaped not only by the disease itself, but through the lens of culture, identity and the disparities that influence how patients, like myself, are seen, treated and supported. This burden of the disease is being felt by patients and healthcare providers.

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Plum Health

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

It's a different way of doing healthcare, one that puts patients at the center. The Challenges of Accessing Mental Health Care I've heard countless stories from patients who have struggled to get the mental health care they need. One of my patients, Sarah, had been struggling with anxiety for years.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

According to Healthcare IT News, however, less than 68% of Millennials have a primary care physician. Receive Quality Health Care Having a family care doctor can help ensure that you receive quality healthcare throughout your life. Provide Supportive Care Family care doctors can also provide emotional and mental support.

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Vascular Physician

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

If you have been diagnosed with carotid disease, these vessels may be narrower as a result of plaque buildup within the walls of the artery. Your healthcare team will also care for your wounds, change dressings, and ensure that your pain is managed appropriately.

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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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Dr. Zaar

MAY 20, 2025

The Shift to Virtual Endocrinology Appointments: Many Canadians now prefer virtual healthcare. Register and Share Medical History You’ll fill out forms with past diagnoses, medications, lab results, and symptoms. But most stable patients can stay on track online. Patients enjoy flexible, reliable support without delays.

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Vascular Physician

JUNE 26, 2022

Being diagnosed with a blood clot can be a scary experience. If you've been diagnosed with a DVT (deep vein thrombosis), you may be wondering if your condition will resolve on its own or if medical intervention is necessary. Can DVT go away on its own? What Are the Treatment Options for DVT?

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Vascular Physician

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They can diagnose the condition by: Performing a physical exam Using diagnostic imaging such as ultrasound to get a closer look at the blood flow within the scrotum Grading Varicoceles Grades are used to score the severity of varicoceles. Patients can resume normal activities after about a week and should be fully recovered after six weeks.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MARCH 28, 2025

This lets you know that they are an expert in diagnosing and treating hormone conditions. Research shows that board-certified doctors make fewer errors and provide better care to their patients. Others choose to focus their practice on specific conditions or types of patients.

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Myriad Genetics

APRIL 15, 2024

Typically, the way to diagnose 22q prenatally is through chorionic villus sampling or an amniocentesis. 4 In a recent presentation, Dale Muzzey, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer at Myriad, summarized the findings this way: “We followed up with providers regarding their patients who screened positive for 22q. We observed 100% PPV.

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Today's Hospitalist

MAY 9, 2025

For many of us, the emergence of medical scribes, both in-person and remote, provided a valuable solution, offloading documentation and allowing us to have more focused patient interactions. It can differentiate between a physician’s questions and a patient’s responses and even filter out non-relevant small talk.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes. When your doctor diagnoses you with high blood pressure, they will likely recommend medications and lifestyle changes based on your risk of complications.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes. When your doctor diagnoses you with high blood pressure, they will likely recommend medications and lifestyle changes based on your risk of complications.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 26, 2025

Early onset type 2 diabetes (T2D – generally diagnosed prior to the age of 40) is of major concern as its prevalence is increasing rapidly,” researchers wrote in The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. “It

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Myriad Genetics

APRIL 26, 2024

Healthcare providers recommend annual breast screening with mammography beginning at age 40 for average risk women. When breast cancer is diagnosed early, the chances of successful treatment and survival are significantly higher.

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The Direct Doctors Difference

AUGUST 9, 2023

As physicians, our 8+ years of training are focused on understanding what symptoms could be related to what diagnoses and helping patients navigate the many possibilities and narrow it down with appropriate testing and treatment to better understand what their final diagnosis may be.

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LEAD Physician

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Physicians must be leaders in their field to provide excellent patient care, manage a large team and coordinate between departments, and support their patient's overall health with information about prevention and maintenance. For example, a physician might be dealing with a patient who has just been diagnosed with cancer.

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FDA Law Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

District Court for the Western District of Texas imposed a $275,000 civil penalty on Zarzamora Healthcare LLC, in San Antonio, and its pharmacist-owner. An extended release (“ER”) opioid in legitimate pain management generally accompanies an IR opioid, with patients taking the ER opioid on a set schedule and the IR opioid as needed.

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Rao Doctor

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The pattern is essential in diagnosing diseases that rely heavily on timing and recurrence of fever spikes. The pronounced swings are significant indicators, providing critical clues for diagnosing severe infections. Each pattern provides diagnostic insight, leading to more effective management of the patient’s condition.

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