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AI flagged skin cancer with near-perfect accuracy, in UK study
The researchers tested the AI by integrating it into a clinical diagnosis process - anticipating a future in which AI helps doctors catch skin...
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84-year-old MD contests employer’s mandatory cognitive tests for older docs
According to the lawsuit, the hospital illegally required neuropsychological and eye examinations of physicians aged 70 or older who sought to...
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Right under our noses
Study results suggest that perhaps we should be giving more attention to the development of nasal vaccines.
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How clinicians can prepare for and defend against social media attacks
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Employment vs. private practice: Who’s happier?
“It used to be that fewer hospitals offered employment, so private practice was the way to go. Now, there are fewer privates because hospitals and...
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Teledermatology model takes hold with grants to underserved areas
George Washington University’s successful teledermatology clinic will serve as model for programs in Los Angeles, Oregon, Miami, and Philadelphia...
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Medicare Advantage: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Patients my be signing on to Medicare Advantage plans in record numbers but the limitations of the plans affect both patients and physicians.
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My pet peeves about the current state of primary care
Endless faxes, patient misinformation, and lack of access to specialists top my list.
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Employed physicians: A survival guide
Physicians must also change how they think about control; train and learn alongside other health care workers who share similar interests; and...
Managing Your Practice
Artificial intelligence in the office: Part 2
A multitude of generative AI products with potential medical applications are now available, with new ones appearing almost weekly.
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Prior authorization software: Saves time but hurdles remain
The automation works, but the software can be costly and may not work for all practices.