Cover Story
A brave new world of consumer gene tests
Direct-to-consumer tests are common—and sometimes wrong. Learn how to work with patients who seek medical advice based on what they uncover about their genomes.
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Featured Articles
Cardiology and Diabetes
Cardiac care critical for diabetic patients
Even the experts feel like they’re missing potential cardiological complications in diabetic patients. They consider how to screen this population effectively for the 3% who experience cardiac-related deaths.
Perspectives
Mindful medicine
Start at the top to get to the bottom of a diagnosis
ACP Member C. Christopher Smith reconsiders a patient’s self-reported diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome to uncover the true cause of his symptoms.
Leadership Day 2009
Leadership Day launches new legislation for primary care
ACP members lobby their congressional representatives to plead their case for saving primary care, as well as introduce legislation that proposes incentives to pay for care coordination and medical education.
Practice Management
Practice Rx
Future claims: Moving toward ICD-10 and new standards
ICD-10 and CPT codes are changing. ACP’s practice management staff advise how to stay up-to-date across the entire office.
Test Yourself
From the MKSAP Case Studies
A 50-year-old woman is evaluated for a rash on the back of her elbows and knees. A similar rash has occurred in the past, with her first episode as a young adult. She has used over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream without relief. She does not smoke or drink and is otherwise healthy. What is the most appropriate next step in the management of this patient?
ACP Internist Weekly
From the June 30, 2009 edition
- 7% of patients not told about abnormal lab results
- No need to monitor bisphosphonate effects in first three years
Your Thoughts Exactly:
Internists and social media
ACP Internist is looking at how internists are applying social media to their personal lives, professional careers and clinical practices. Tell us how you're using social media.
Cartoon Caption Contest
This issue's winning cartoon caption was submitted by Bryan D. Kraft, ACP Associate Member. He will receive a $50 gift certificate good toward any ACP product, program or service. Thanks to all who voted!
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