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Dermatologist survey spotlights psoriasis care deficiencies in reproductive-age women
Study suggests dermatologists’ shared decision-making skills need sharpening.
From the Journals
PCPs play a small part in low-value care spending
Study indicates waste was widely distributed among specialties.
Opinion
An introduction to Naikan
The word means introspection and the practice is one of self-reflection.
From the Journals
Pityriasis rosea carries few risks for pregnant women
The latest retrospective study showed a 24% overall complication rate for pregnant women with PR, but most complications were mild.
Feature
Still happening: Pelvic exams on anesthetized patients. Why?
Many physicians are adamantly opposed to the practice, and laws intended to stop or limit it are being enacted throughout the nation.
Feature
Medicaid to cover routine costs for patients in trials
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New dietary guidelines omit recommended cuts to sugar, alcohol intake
The guidelines omit a recommendation from the advisory committee’s ...
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New residency matching sets record, says NRMP
The MSMP offered 5,734 positions this year, and 5,208 (90.8%) were successfully filled.
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Biden chooses California Attorney General Xavier Becerra to head HHS
Although his public health experience is limited, he served on the Congressional Ways and Means Committee overseeing health-related issues.
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Medicare finalizes 2021 physician pay rule with E/M changes
“This finalized policy marks the most significant updates to E/M codes in 30 years, reducing burden on doctors imposed by the coding system and...
From the Journals
New AHA scientific statement on menopause and CVD risk
An AHA scientific statement aims to raise awareness of healthcare providers and women about the menopause transition as a time of increasing heart...