August, 2024

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Alabama Physicians and Advocates Rally to Reform Prior Authorization Process

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

In Alabama, the call to reform the prior authorization system is reaching a crescendo, with numerous physicians and patient advocates pushing for substantial changes. Prior authorizations, a common practice requiring health care providers to obtain approval from insurance companies before proceeding with prescribed treatments or medications, has become a notable point of contention.

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Follow Up Visits Boost Your Health while Saving You Time and Money

Altitude Family & Internal Medicine

Altitude Family & Internal Medicine (303) 730-2167 Follow Up Visits Boost Your Health while Saving You Time and Money The Hidden Benefits of Follow-Up Appointments: How a Simple Visit Can Boost Your Health and Save You Time and Money Navigating a recent hospitalization or emergency room visit can be. This post Follow Up Visits Boost Your Health while Saving You Time and Money first appeared on Altitude Family & Internal Medicine (303) 730-2167 and is written by Ashleigh Sartor.

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Why I don’t do “weight loss” as a primary care physician

Vida Family Medicine

If you've been trying to lose weight for years, you’re not alone. With new weight loss medications hitting the market, more people are asking their doctors for help. From specialized obesity clinics to online services offering quick prescriptions, the options can feel overwhelming. But how do you know what is safe and who to trust? Why Weight Loss Should Not Be The Focus In my practice, I emphasize improving your overall health through sustainable lifestyle changes and, when necessary, medicatio

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3 Tips for Finding a Great Family Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

Finding a great family doctor can be a daunting task given the critical role they play in our health and well-being. A family doctor is often your main healthcare provider tasked with everything from routine check-ups to chronic disease management. They need to be someone you trust with whom you feel comfortable discussing health concerns. Here are some essential tips to guide you in locating the best family physician for your needs.

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Episode 348: WDx #31: “Guardian Angels, Mistaken Identities, and Code Blues: Stories from Intern Year”

The Clinical Problem Solvers

[link] To celebrate the new academic year, Kaylin and Sharmin sit down with Dr. Alice Mao to share a few memorable stories from their intern year. They reflect on tough days, lessons learned, power moves, and the importance of community. We hope these stories and reflections make you laugh, feel connected, and inspire you to take gentle care of yourself.

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Women in Healthcare: A Personalized Approach to Holistic Care 

Family Integrative Medicine

At Family Integrative Medicine, our commitment to personalized, patient-centered care is enhanced by the expertise and compassion of our dynamic team, including our exceptional female healthcare providers.

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Dr. Brittany Anderson Joins Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Board of Trustees

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

Congratulations to AAFP President Dr. Brittany Anderson who has been appointed to the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Board of Trustees. This appointment, announced by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey, places Dr. Anderson among the esteemed group of professionals tasked with guiding the state’s health care sciences educational framework. “As one of my appointees, you will be making important decisions that directly affect the citizens of Alabama,” said Gov.

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How to Get Ozempic & GLP-1’s Covered by Insurance (or Save Big with Plum Health Direct Primary Care): The Ultimate Guide You Can’t Afford to Miss!

Plum Health

Update: Click here to book a free 30 minute in-person consultation with Dr. Sharon or Dr. Mike to discuss affordable GLP-1 medication! Managing diabetes—especially as you get older—can be challenging physically, emotionally, and financially. If you’re living with Type 2 diabetes, you’ve probably heard of Ozempic, Wegovy (semaglutide), Mounjaro or Zepbound (tirzepatide).

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Morning Report on Febrile Seizures

PEMBlog

Recently, I had the opportunity to present a morning report to the residents and medical students at Cincinnati Children’s, focusing on the topic of febrile seizures. The session was highly engaging, with a lot of interest from the audience, as febrile seizures are a common but often frightening experience for families. During the presentation, we covered a range of topics, including the definition and incidence of febrile seizures, their causes, and how to manage and counsel families when their

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DEA To Announce Hearing on Proposed Marijuana Rescheduling

FDA Law Blog

By Larry K. Houck — Who says nothing happens in Washington, D.C., in August? The Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”) will announce Thursday in the Federal Register that it will hold a hearing on the proposed rescheduling of marijuana to schedule III at DEA Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia on December 2, 2024. DEA received over 43,500 public comments in response to the agency’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in the Federal Register on May 21, 2024.

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Episode 349 – Clinical Unknown – Fatigue & Petechiae

The Clinical Problem Solvers

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Register Now for the AAFP 2024 Fall Forum CME Event

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians invites medical professionals in the state to register now for the 2024 Fall Forum scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, December 14, and Sunday, December 15. This year’s event promises a blend of learning, professional development, and networking opportunities, set against the backdrop of the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center, located in the heart of Montgomery, AL.

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The Physicians Foundation Announces New Recipient in Leadership Award Program, Recognized for Addressing Drivers of Health

The Physicians Foundation

Jubril Oyeyemi, M.D., is honored for his transformative work, connecting patients with primary care and critical health resources BOSTON, August 15, 2024 – The Physicians Foundation is proud to announce Jubril Oyeyemi, M.D., Founder and CEO of Cherry Hill Free Clinic (CHFC), Chief Medical Officer at Camden Coalition and Medical Director for Community Health at Virtua Health, as the recipient of the Dr.

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Event Planning in an Ongoing COVID Reality

InHouse Physicians

After an extended period of no recorded positive cases at IHP staffed events, a July 2024 event experienced multiple positive COVID tests. According to the CDC, as of July 30, 2024, COVID-19 infections rates are growing or likely growing in 35 states and territories.

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MAFP Annual Business Meeting News

Maine Academy of Family Physicians

The * Degree of Fellow was conferred by Dr. Stephen Furr (AAFP President) on MAFP Members Congratulations to Lisa M. Belisle MD, MBA, MPH, FAAFP & Marc Daniel Kimball MD, FAAFP * The Degree of Fellow recognizes AAFP members who have distinguished themselves among their colleagues, as well as in their communities, by their service to family medicine, by their advancement of health care to the American people, and by their professional development through medical education and research.

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Long Time Passing: Where Have All the De Novo Decision Summaries Gone?

FDA Law Blog

By Véronique Li, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert & Jeffrey N. Gibbs — In 1997, Congress wisely amended the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) by adding Section 513(f)(2) to establish the De Novo process. The De Novo process provides a regulatory pathway to classify novel devices for which general controls alone or general and special controls provide reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness for the intended use.

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Episode 351: Neurology VMR – headache and double vision

The Clinical Problem Solvers

[link] Episode title: Episode 351 Neurology VMR – headache and double vision Episode description: We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Aye presents a case of bilateral lower limb weakness to Valeria. Neurology DDx Schema Aye Chan Moe Thant Aye graduated from University of Medicine, Mandalay, Myanmar, and has been working with her mentor neurologist, one of only three neurologists covering the Upper Myanmar region of 23 million population

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Exploring the Use of Intranasal Dexmedetomidine for Anxiolysis and Minimal Sedation

PEMBlog

Intranasal dexmedetomidine is one of the latest sedative options that’s gaining traction, especially for non-painful procedures. Let’s take a closer look at what makes this medication so useful, particularly when given intranasally. What is Dexmedetomidine? Dexmedetomidine, often known by its brand name Precedex, is a fascinating medication. It’s a highly selective central alpha-2 agonist that’s able to induce a state of sedation that closely mimics natural sleep.

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Plant-Based Meat Alternatives: Are They Part of the Future of Healthy Eating?

Clinical Correlations

By Daniel Joyce Peer Reviewed I vividly recall my first Impossible Whopper at Burger King after its introduction to the menu in 2019. As I bit down, my.

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Eat Smart to be Smart: 8 Foods to Boost Your Brain Power

InHouse Physicians

The brain, like the rest of our body, relies on specific nutrients for its proper function. Certain foods offer nutrients which supply the brain with raw materials that maximize function allowing the brain to perform at optimum levels.

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MAFP E-Newsletter - Summer Edition Part 2

Maine Academy of Family Physicians

Summer Edition - Part 1 - Articles on State & Federal Advocacy efforts, Student Interest, MAFP Member Spotlight, Practice Resources for SUD, Coding & Billing, Coping With Burnout and more! Read Summer Edition - Part 1 - HERE Summer Edition - Part 2 - Includes articles of Student Interest, MAFP Member Spotlight, Practice Resources for SUD, Coding & Billing, Coping With Burnout and more!

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ACI’s 4th Annual Passport to Proficiency on the Essentials of Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA – October 8-24, 2024 (Virtual)

FDA Law Blog

The American Conference Institute (“ACI”) will hold (virtually) its 4th Annual Passport to Proficiency on the Essentials of Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA from October 8-24, 2024. This virtual three-week program is designed to give new lawyers and executives a solid foundation in the essentials and intricacies of Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA litigation and regulation.

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Episode 350 – Spaced Learning Series – nausea, vomiting and syncope

The Clinical Problem Solvers

[link] Episode description: Mukund presents a case of nausea, vomiting and syncope with many twists and turns to Valeria and Jas. Featuring: Mukund Raguram Jasdeep Bajwa Valeria Roldan Schemas Syncope Nausea and vomiting thought train Image negative abdominal pain Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS Click here to view the weekly episode recap email!

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Medical Music Mondays: Keep on Dancing (The Zofran Plan)

PEMBlog

Ondansetron is an antiemetic that reduces vomiting episodes in many illnesses. It also helps reduce the risk of IV fluids and admission in children with acute gastroenteritis. Also, AI images are weird and why did I end up with a picture of a Bruno mars look a like sitting on the toilet? Lyrics It might seem crazy what I’m ’bout to say Vomiting and diarrhea all throughout the day Norovirus from some jerk’s kid at daycare Dehydration is now on the way Yeah, he’s got gastro Crap all da

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Alliant Credit Union Physician Mortgage Review (2025)

LeverageRx

Are you a physician looking for a mortgage, but unsure which lender to go with? Well help you evaluate Alliant Credit Union as an option.

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To Be (a Donor) or Not to Be? A Question Older than Shakespeare

Clinical Correlations

By Johain Ounadjela Peer Reviewed I still remember filling out the application form for my driver’s license at the Redwood City, California Department of Motor Vehicles. I was 16 years old and ready to zoom around.

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Playing Fair

Evergreen Family Medicine

“There is no such thing as new truth; error might be old or new, but truth is as old as the universe.”Frederick Douglass, 1863 “Popular Error and Unpopular Truth” In May of 2024, a biological male transgender high school runner won the Oregon high school 6-A women’s’ 200-meter state title by two-tenths of a second. His time of 24.11 would not have placed in the men division, as the 6th place men’s runner was nearly 2 seconds faster.

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CMS Issues Proposed Rule on the Medicare Part B and Part D Inflation Rebate Program; HPM Issues Detailed Summary

FDA Law Blog

By Alan M. Kirschenbaum & Michelle L. Butler & Faraz Siddiqui & Sophia R. Gaulkin — Enacted in 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) amended the Medicare provisions of the Social Security Act to impose several discount requirements on pharmaceutical manufacturers. In addition to the widely publicized drug price negotiation program, the IRA established inflation rebate programs under Medicare Part B and Part D.

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Episode 347 – RLR – The Liver Did What?

The Clinical Problem Solvers

[link] Episode description Reza and Rabih discuss a fascinating case centered around the liver.

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Podcast: ECPR

PEMBlog

This episode of PEM Currents discusses ECPR (Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), an advanced procedure used in cases of cardiac arrest when traditional CPR fails. ECPR involves using ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) to take over heart and lung functions, offering a last-resort option that is becoming more common in large pediatric hospitals.

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Alliant Credit Union Physician Mortgage Review (2024)

LeverageRx

Are you a physician looking for a mortgage, but unsure which lender to go with? We’ll help you evaluate Alliant Credit Union as an option.

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Is it an Urinary Tract Infection or Something Else?

Dr. Michael Bazel

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common medical conditions that affect millions of people each year. These infections can cause uncomfortable symptoms like pain during urination, frequent urges to urinate, and lower abdominal discomfort. However, not all urinary symptoms indicate a UTI. Other conditions, ranging from mild to severe, may mimic the symptoms of a UTI.

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Stump the VitalTalk Communication Experts: Gordon Wood, Holly Yang, Elise Carey

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary Serious illness communication is hard. We must often deliver complex medical information that carries heavy emotional weight in pressured settings to individuals with varying cultural backgrounds, values, and beliefs. That’s a hard enough task, given that most of us have never had any communication skills training. It feels nearly impossible if you add another degree of difficulty, whether it be a crying interpreter or a grandchild from another state who shows up a

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Every Day Counts for PTE: Court Finds FDA’s Reinterpretation of Testing Phase Arbitrary and Capricious

FDA Law Blog

By Sara W. Koblitz — In the world of patent term extensions, every day considered part of the regulatory review period is important, as that day—either in whole or in part—gets added back to the patent upon approval of the product. In the veterinary world, where rolling applications are common, the testing phase is usually particularly important because the review phase, which starts only when the last component of the rolling New Animal Drug Application (NADA)—called the Administrative NADA—is

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Health Anxiety at Meetings and Events

InHouse Physicians

Health security should not be an afterthought; it is where planners should begin. In the span of just a few months, we have seen a drastic change in how Health Security is being handled at events in the United States. With nearly 130,000 positive cases associated with COVID reported daily (in the US), we are in a very confusing stage of this pandemic.

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Medical Music Mondays: Scabies for the Babies

PEMBlog

Scabies is everywhere! It’s also very treatable with permethrin topically. It’s also important to remember that patients and families feel unclean and stigmatized by this common infection – but they shouldn’t! Also “Scabies for the Babies” will be stuck in your head. I promise… Lyrics [chorus] It’s scabies for the babies Woo hoo We got scabies for the babies Do you?

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It’s a Cruel Summer – Two New OPDP Untitled Letters

FDA Law Blog

By Sarah Wicks & Dara Katcher Levy — FDA’s Office of Prescription Drug Promotion (OPDP) has issued two new Untitled Letters this summer after 5 months without any letter activity. The letters are vastly different from one another in subject matter, but together they make a cruel summer of OPDP enforcement against industry. [Editorial note – the Gen X’er included that link first – for the arguably more popular reference, read on.

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