Cover Story
Experts debate pros, cons of vitamin D
An obscure nutrient is now being hailed as a link to prevention of diseases as disparate as diabetes, schizophrenia, cancer, strokes and heart attacks. Experts square off on how much vitamin D can be associated with illnesses, the proper amount that people should get, and how they can get it.
Latest Blog Posts
- QD: News Every Day--waiting for the weekend
- Posted Nov 06 at 10:47 AM by Ryan DuBosar
- QD: News Every Day--health care reform's eerie repeat history
- Posted Nov 05 at 11:47 AM by Ryan DuBosar
- Which patients sue for malpractice?
- Posted Nov 05 at 7:00 AM by Toni Brayer MD
Featured Articles
Disease Management
Work up the whole patient when treating IBS
With so many confounding factors to consider with irritable bowel syndrome, physicians can benefit their patients most with an important diagnostic tool—listening. Learn how to work up these patients from first steps to cognitive therapy options.
National Trends
Psychotropic drug prescriptions by medical specialty
Prescribing of psychotropic medications by nonpsychiatrists improves access to treatment but raises questions about adherence to evidence-based guidelines, provision of psychotherapy, adequacy of medication monitoring, and appropriateness of treatment intensity.
Physician Profile
A generalist and educator marks 20 years of ACP Fellowship
Linda S. Snell, FACP, was among ACP's first class of Fellows, inducted in 1989.
Perspectives
Mindful Medicine
Uncertain diagnosis for pain leads doctor to dig further
A 66-year-old woman presents with abdominal pain radiating to her back, and CT scans show multiple lesions worrisome for metastatic disease. But when the pain resolves and the lesions don’t change, one internist reconsiders the diagnosis.
Practical Genomics
Alzheimer’s, genomics and the personal utility of testing
As many as one in 10 doctors get asked for “the blood test” for Alzheimer’s risk. A flurry of research will further drive patient interest, but also cause rethinking of clinical guidelines that discourage such testing.
Practice Management
Practice Rx
Medicare, many insurers announce coding rules for H1N1
The federal government will pay for H1N1 vaccine, and most large insurers are planning to pay only for its administration. Find out which codes to use and with which insurers.
College Watch
Regent nominations
Nominees named for College Officer and Regent positions
The Nominations Committee of ACP places in nomination candidates for the position of president-elect, treasurer and other regent nominees.
Test Yourself
From the MKSAP case studies
A 21-year-old man is evaluated for painful sores in his mouth. Episodes of these sores have occurred two or three times yearly since he was 16 years old, and he believes they are associated with stress. The oral examination is significant for the lesion shown. The rest of the exam is unremarkable. What might be the appropriate management option for this patient?
ACP Internist Weekly
From the November 3, 2009 edition
- Benefits of lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes persist over a decade
- Very early DMARDs improve rheumatoid arthritis outcomes
Cartoon Caption Contest
This issue's winning cartoon caption was submitted by Howard C. Crisp, ACP Associate Member. He will receive a $50 gift certificate good toward any ACP product, program or service. Thanks to all who voted!
"Livin' the dream—how about you?"
More medical news
ACP Hospitalist provides news and information for hospitalists, covering the latest trends and issues in the field.
Chapter Meetings
Connect with your colleagues at your area ACP Scientific Meeting.
CME Bulletin Board
Find continuing medical education events for physicians.