The Medical Futurist

JUNE 21, 2025

How far can you see and hear? When it comes to vision, it’s around 50 miles, talking about hearing, it’s only 1-2 miles at best! What about the smell of the flowers? Without the wind blowing, only 10-20 metres. How about touching or tasting? Well, it depends on your arm’s length, but obviously not further than that. Globally 1.1

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AMMD

APRIL 9, 2025

Do you have gas, bloating, or stomach pain that doesn’t seem to be going away on its own? In fact, some days, it seems it’s getting worse. How do I know if I have small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) or something else? After all, SIBO may resemble other gut infections such as IBS or leaky gut. They think it’ll go away on its own.

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Doctor On Demand

JUNE 2, 2025

A psychiatrist is a licensed medical doctor (MD or DO) who specializes in mental health. The short answer is yes —but it helps to understand the role of a psychiatrist and how they differ from therapists or psychologists. What Does a Psychiatrist Do? Certain controlled substances may be restricted depending on state regulations.

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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. While lymphedema most commonly affects the arms and legs, it can also develop in the neck, abdomen, or genitals.

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Logansport Memorial Hospital

APRIL 16, 2024

Did you know that every 6 minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease? Before 2022, it was estimated that 60,000 people in the United States were diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease each year. Of those 60,000 people diagnosed, 10 – 20% were under 50 years old. What is Parkinson’s Disease?

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Doctor Rachel

MARCH 14, 2017

My sister Lisa, who is a 30-year veteran educator who specializes in anxious teens, suggests that creating an environment in which young people can feel safe, form connections with other young people, and be successful, is the key to helping them recover their peace of mind. And I am not alone.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MARCH 28, 2025

Your Connecticut-based primary care doctor is a good place to start, as they understand your health history and can refer you to a trusted hormone doctor that specializes in your condition. This lets you know that they are an expert in diagnosing and treating hormone conditions.

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Vida Family Medicine

AUGUST 26, 2024

From specialized obesity clinics to online services offering quick prescriptions, the options can feel overwhelming. Those with higher BMIs are at the greatest risk , but unfortunately they are often not diagnosed and simply told to keep losing weight, which only worsens the problem. But how do you know what is safe and who to trust?

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Special thanks to Dr. Stephen Freedman, from the University of Calgary, for reviewing this post as well – he brought some practical feedback to the table. Use of abdominal radiographs to diagnose constipation has been associated with increased diagnostic error, possibly due to the cognitive bias of search satisfaction.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 21, 2025

Although this revolution has been brewing for years, the past few months marked a major change , as algorithms finally moved out of the specialized labs and into our daily lives. The future of medicine is undoubtedly inextricably linked to the development of artificial intelligence (AI). This is far beyond what any AI is capable of today.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MARCH 5, 2025

If you’ve been diagnosed with an endocrine disorder, like diabetes or an underactive thyroid, or have symptoms that you worry are caused by a hormone imbalance, you may be considering seeing an endocrinologist. Endocrinologists are doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating endocrine system disorders.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MAY 6, 2025

Some high-demand roles in New Haven County include: Physicians and specialists: Doctors are responsible for diagnosing and treating illnesses and injuries, as well as helping patients take care of their health. The high demand means that entry-level positions can be a stepping stone to more specialized roles in the healthcare field.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 25, 2025

I’m a rheumatologist and a physician scientist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and today we’ll be talking about giant cell arthritis as a medical emergency and what we can do about it. Hello, it’s great to be with you. I am Dr. Adam Killian. Louis University. Sometimes we may not actually have giant cell arteritis.

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Vascular Physician

MARCH 6, 2023

They are essentially hollow tubes with thin walls and special flaps inside them called valves. If you've been diagnosed with a venous disease or are interested in protecting your vein health, there are practical steps you can take to manage and prevent symptoms. What is Venous Disease? Contact us today to schedule your appointment!

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AMMD

MARCH 10, 2025

It’s estimated that 99% of the people who have either gluten intolerance or celiac disease are never diagnosed. You could have a sensitivity to it that isn’t as obvious and is more difficult to diagnose. However, this approach often reduces the mineral content of the produce—a phenomenon known as the "dilution effect.” Not necessarily.

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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. If left untreated, it could lead to ulcers and in some cases limb loss.

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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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GeriPal

JULY 19, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. Are there, though, populations that it may be helpful in, or should that change with the advent of the new amyloid antibodies? Should it?

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Tsai has seen race-based medicine play out in clinical practice 10:45 What role should race play in making clinical decisions? 13:16 Status of the current conversation on removing race from eGFR calculators: why is it so contentious? Poet Marge Piercy has written, “The work of the world is as common as mud.”

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GeriPal

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Summary Transcript Summary Coaching is in. During the later stages of the pandemic, it seemed every other person, and particularly the junior faculty in our Division, were either being coached, in training to coach, or coaching others. When I was a junior faculty, coaching wasn’t a thing. We address: What is coaching? This is Eric Widera.

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GeriPal

MAY 11, 2023

It’s just another example of, I think, that there’s a little extra special sauce there in the Beeson program. Kristine, do you have a song request for Alex? Kristine: Well, I did have a song, but I was negligent at giving it to him. So, he tried to read my mind… Eric: What was your song? Kristine: Yeah, yeah, yeah.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

AUGUST 8, 2024

Specialized Testing for STIs or IC: If an infection is not found, further tests may be necessary to diagnose underlying conditions like STIs or interstitial cystitis. Other conditions, ranging from mild to severe, may mimic the symptoms of a UTI. What is a UTI? A UTI occurs when bacteria, usually Escherichia coli (E.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

Internist : Specializes in adult medicine. They are trained not only in diagnosing and treating illness, but also in coordinating care with specialists when necessary. After completing their core training, some internists choose to specialize further. How is it different from general practice? What Is Internal Medicine?

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Ellen had been diagnosed with vascular dementia, peripheral vascular disease, and Type 2 diabetes. The number of nurse practitioners specializing in geriatrics has more than tripled since 2010, increasing the availability of care to the current population of seniors, a recent study in JAMA Network Open found.

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Doctors for America

MAY 30, 2025

Moreover, these restrictions assume that preexisting diagnoses perfectly predict a patients’ risk of severe COVID-19 disease, ignoring several years of scientific evidence to the contrary. DFA is an organization of over 27,000 physician and medical student advocates in all 50 states, representing all areas of specialization.

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GeriPal

MARCH 24, 2023

For others, this piece, while painful to read, gave voice to what they have been feeling over the last decade – hospice has in some ways lost its way in a quest of promoting profit over care. If you are interested in signing the position statement “Core Roles and Responsibilities of Physicians in Hospice Care”, click here. Is it you, Ira?

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Have you ever found yourself in need of medical attention but overwhelmed by the myriad of clinics and healthcare options out there? It's a common challenge many people face. Navigating the healthcare system can be daunting, especially when you're unwell or caring for someone who is. Regular check-ups ensure early detection of health issues.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MARCH 20, 2025

Endocrinology focuses on diagnosing and treating these issues. A doctor who specializes in endocrinology is called an endocrinologist. Endocrinologists have the experience and expertise needed to diagnose and treat hormone health conditions. What Is Endocrinology? Each tissue is responsible for making certain hormones.

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GeriPal

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Because I think we have someone special, a guest host. We’ve also invited two amazing cardiologists, Parag Goyal and Nicole Superville, to join us about GDMT in heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and in Heart Failure with preserved EF (HFpEF). He’s in Boston. And also I was in the HVMA primary care program.

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GeriPal

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Barbara highlights social workers’ inherent leadership qualities and tasks us to consider whether our own team and organizational structures are allowing for optimal social work engagement and influence. by: Anne Kelly, LCSW, APHSW-C. Transcript. Eric: Welcome to the GeriPal Podcast. This is Eric Widera. Alex: This is Alex Smith. Is that right?

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GeriPal

APRIL 14, 2022

We got some really special guests with us. It’s been around for a long time but is acting like the hot new kid in town. Just look at this year’s AAHPM meeting, where it felt like every other session was talking about how hot buprenorphine is right now. But does this drug really live up to the hype? Transcript. This is Eric Widera.

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GeriPal

JUNE 16, 2022

We’ve invited some very special guests to talk about the lower urinary tract – Christine Kistler and Scott Bauer. . For example, we once thought that the lower urinary tract was sterile, but we now know it has its own microbiome, which may even provide protection against infections. Chrissy: I do. Can I tell you about why I chose it?

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GeriPal

JUNE 9, 2022

We talk with Kate about how despite how far we’ve come in palliative care research, we still don’t have answers to some fundamental questions, such as: Who should get specialized palliative care? We can’t possibly meet the needs of all people with newly diagnosed serious illness. By diagnosis? By prognosis? We cover a lot of ground!

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GeriPal

AUGUST 31, 2023

I am honored to introduce Bill Gardner, who’s a child psychologist and professor of psychiatry and epidemiology at the University of Ottawa. We have a Canadian theme going. We just had Harvey Chochinov on. Bill, welcome to the GeriPal podcast. Can you believe that this is happening?” Was it April 1st?” Juliet: It was great.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

APRIL 7, 2025

No special preparation is needed beforehand unless your healthcare provider instructs you to fast for 9 to 12 hours. An optimal LDL is under 100 mg/dL, with under 70 mg/dL optimal for those already diagnosed with heart disease. When Should You Get Cholesterol Screening? What Does the Screening Entail?

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GeriPal

JULY 28, 2022

Alex: And we are also delighted to welcome Areej El-Jawahri, who is an oncologist at Massachusetts General Hospital as well, who specializes in blood cancers. So I really opted to specialize in lung cancer because I thought that was the appropriate population to build a supportive and palliative care research agenda. Jennifer: Thanks.

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GeriPal

AUGUST 25, 2022

Eric: Alex, we have a super special today. We’ve got a hospice super special. Alex: We have a hospice super special day. Eric: We have a smorgasbord, if you will, of papers that got published recently around hospice, and that’s why we’re calling it a hospice super special. -@AlexSmithMD. Transcript.

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