Search results for "Endocrinology"
MKSAP Quiz: Anterior neck pain, fatigue, and exercise intolerance
A 25-year-old woman is evaluated for anterior neck pain, fatigue, exercise intolerance, excessive sweating, and tremors that began 6 weeks ago. Other than an upper respiratory infection two months ago, she has been healthy. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/07/02/3.htm
2 Jul 2019
Lower glucose levels before hospital discharge associated with readmission, death in diabetes patients
Even near-normal glucose levels on the last day of hospitalization were associated with increased risk for readmission and postdischarge mortality, and these risks increased as patients' glucose levels decreased.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/05/07/2.htm
7 May 2019
Guideline recommends pharmacologic treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at high fracture risk
Bisphosphonates are recommended for initial treatment, although ibandronate is not recommended for reducing nonvertebral or hip fracture risk, the clinical practice guideline from the Endocrine Society stated.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/04/02/4.htm
2 Apr 2019
Chapter activities honored with John Tooker Evergreen Awards
These awards provide recognition and visibility to Chapters that have successfully implemented programs to increase membership and member engagement, improve communication and chapter management, enhance diversity, and foster careers in internal medicine.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/04/28/6.htm
28 Apr 2020
Watch out for NAFLD, treat ASAP
While nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis are dynamic processes that can progress and regress, lifestyle modification, including diet, is a must for all patients, wherever they are in their disease.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/04/watch-out-for-nafld-treat-asap.htm
1 Apr 2021
Obituary
Everett W. Sanderson, FACP; Bowen E. Taylor, FACP; Paul Florentino, FACP; Luis Landa, MACP; and Eduardo Barroso, FACP.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/07/obituary.htm
1 Jul 2011
Setting a course for food as medicine
Culinary medicine is a growing, evidence-based movement that brings the “food is medicine” philosophy to medical education and beyond.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/06/setting-a-course-for-food-as-medicine.htm
1 Jun 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for irregular menstrual cycles
A 19-year-old woman is evaluated for irregular menstrual cycles since menarche at 12 years of age, increasing amount of coarse facial hair, and acne. Symptoms have worsened since she stopped playing high school sports and subsequently gained weight. Following a physical exam and lab studies, in addition to exercise and weight loss, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/04/02/3.htm
2 Apr 2019
Being a male ally of women in the workplace
Two physicians discuss identifying microaggressions and learning how to speak up.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/09/being-a-male-ally-of-women-in-the-workplace.htm
1 Sep 2022
Reconciling conflicting diabetes guidance
ACP and other professional medical societies disagree on a proper target for the long-term benefits of glucose control.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/06/reconciling-conflicting-diabetes-guidance.htm
1 Jun 2018