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Doctors and Social Media: Benefits and Dangers
Doctors use Facebook as well as physician community sites for clinical information and medical opinions. There are benefits and dangers to watch for.
Article, November 9, 2009
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Lichen Planus and dyslipidaemia: a Casecontrol Study
This case study investigates the association between lichen planus and dyslipidaemia.
Journal Article, November 6, 2009
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Can Doctors Ever Tell Patients They Are Cured of Cancer?
In her first Medscape video blog, Dr. Kathy Miller asks whether doctors should avoid using the term cured to describe patients who have been in remission for several years.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 2, 2009
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Fixed Cutaneous Sporotrichosis
In this report, a case of fixed cutaneous sporotrichosis is described in a 21-year-old patient.
Journal Article, October 30, 2009
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What Causes Flares of Eczema in Children?
Which environmental factors are likely to cause aggravated eczema symptoms in children?
Journal Article, October 30, 2009
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What You Can Do to Help Your Uninsured Patients
Here's how to make your care more accessible to patients who might otherwise miss getting the services they need.
Journal Article, October 30, 2009
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Safety and Effectiveness of Head Lice Products
The toxicity of conventional lice-killing preparations is of grave concern, so these are welcome findings and good news for anyone who has spent hours combing nits out of a child's hair.
Experts And Viewpoints, October 29, 2009
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Trichophyton tonsurans--Ringworm in an NICU
This case report combines a classic presentation with a remarkably rare setting, an unusual therapeutic response, and perhaps a missed opportunity.
Journal Article, October 29, 2009
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"Will the Feds Really Buy Me an EHR?" and Other Commonly Asked Questions About the HITECH Act
The economic stimulus package offers $19 billion in health IT incentives, but it also creates new penalties. Here's what you need to know.
Journal Article, October 29, 2009
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Physicians Are Talking About: Is It Worth Getting the H1N1 Vaccine?
Are you getting vaccinated against the swine flu? Medscape Physician Connect members debate their reasons for and reservations against receiving the vaccine.
Experts And Viewpoints, October 28, 2009
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Must You Still Practice Defensive Medicine to Avert a Malpractice Lawsuit?
Doctors feel pressure to lower healthcare costs, but the threat of malpractice lawsuit remains, and doctors continue to order tests to protect themselves in the event of a lawsuit.
Article, October 27, 2009
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Cutaneous Side-effects in Patients on Long-term Treatment With Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors
Learn more about the cutaneous side-effects of EFGRs including their psychosocial consequences.
Journal Article, October 27, 2009
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How to Maximize Revenue With Minimal Effort
Finding time for more patient visits may be easier and more lucrative than you think.
Journal Article, October 27, 2009
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Help for Today's Tense, Frustrated Doctors
Well-known physician personalities Kevin Pho, MD, of KevinMD.com, a leading medical blogging site, and Doug Farrago, MD, editor of Placebo Journal, a popular physician humor website, give their thoughts on how humor can help today's tense, frustrated doctors.
Article, October 26, 2009
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Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum
This article presents the case of two siblings suffering from Pseudoxanthoma elasticum, a rare, inherited, progressive disorder, characterized by the calification and fragmentation of skin elastic.
Journal Article, October 26, 2009
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Physicians Are Talking About: How to Deliver Bad News
How can doctors improve on the way that they deliver bad news?
Experts And Viewpoints, October 23, 2009
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Predicting Outcome in Melanoma: Where are we now?
The purpose of this article was to review current and emerging data for predicating outcome in patients with melanoma.
Journal Article, October 22, 2009
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Reducing Improper Internet Use in Your Office: A Quick, Easy and Free Solution
In just a few minutes, you can set up your computer system to block Web sites that aren't appropriate at work.
Journal Article, October 22, 2009
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Offering Financial Assistance to Newly Uninsured Patients
With planning, you can be prepared to assess financial need, provide discounts and share helpful resources.
Journal Article, October 22, 2009
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Topical Antibiotic Treatment for Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections: Review of the Literature
Are topical antibiotic treatment options for uncomplicated skin infections effective?
Journal Article, October 21, 2009
