Q&A
Cardio Consult
How Do I Use the New Cholesterol Guidelines?
In the first installment of our latest Q&A: Which of your patients may qualify for statin therapy—even if they don’t have heart disease?
Renal Consult
The Unsaid Dangers of NSAIDs
Patients undergoing orthopedic procedures often receive powerful NSAIDs, such as ketorolac, to ease their postop pain without the use of narcotics...
MS Consult
Identifying and Managing MS Relapse
MS relapse can have a significant impact on patients’ short- and long-term function, quality of life, and finances. Here’s what to look for—and...
Endocrine Consult
Hypertension and Diabetes: Addressing Common Comorbidities
Patients with diabetes often have comorbid hypertension, with special considerations for assessment and management. Thankfully, the American...
Renal Consult
How the IHS Reduced Kidney Disease in the Highest-risk Population
The Native American population has a shorter lifespan than the rest of the US population—due, in part, to the prevalence of diabetes. The Indian...
MS Consult
Neuropathic Pain in MS
In multiple sclerosis (MS), pain is a common symptom; patients may experience varying forms during their disease course. One type is neuropathic...
Endocrine Consult
What’s New in Diabetes Management: Psychosocial Care
Diabetes is a difficult disease to manage—and live with. Helping patients navigate the wide array of comorbidities and treatment variables can...
Renal Consult
Can African-American Patients Take Metoprolol?
Fact or fiction: Running is bad for your kidneys. Our experts have the answer, complete with hot-off-the-press clinical data. Plus: Does...
Renal Consult
Is “Runner’s Kidney” a Thing?
Fact or fiction: Running is bad for your kidneys. Our experts have the answer, complete with hot-off-the-press clinical data. Plus: Does...
MS Consult
The ACA and Multiple Sclerosis
Patients who use disease-modifying therapies for multiple sclerosis have an increased risk for infection. Here's what you need to know, including...