Search results for "Cardiology"
Memory problems common, under-recognized in older heart failure patients
Many more elderly patients with heart failure have cognitive impairment than their treating cardiologists realize, a recent study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/02/04/4.htm
4 Feb 2014
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https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/03/acpi-201403-puzzle_t2.pdf
25 Feb 2014
Internal Medicine 2014: Orlando sun and Doctor's Dilemma® fun
The College's annual meeting returns to Florida, birthplace of the extremely popular Doctor's Dilemma##reg; competition.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/03/internal-medicine.htm
1 Mar 2014
Make the most of time spent at Internal Medicine 2014
Learning is a progressive, contextual, social and active process. Time spent at ACP's Internal Medicine 2014 meeting is well spent.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/03/presidents.htm
1 Mar 2014
Depression a risk factor for adverse outcomes in ACS patients
Depression should be considered as a risk factor for adverse outcomes in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS), according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/03/04/6.htm
4 Mar 2014
New guidelines on valvular heart disease released
Cardiology experts released new updated guidelines on the management of valvular heart disease (VHD) last week.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/03/11/1.htm
11 Mar 2014
Internal medicine residency match results virtually unchanged from last year
The number of U.S. senior medical students choosing categorical internal medicine residencies increased slightly for the fifth consecutive year. According to the 2014 National Resident Matching Program, 3,167 U.S. medical school seniors matched for residency training in internal medicine.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/03/25/1.htm
25 Mar 2014
New afib guideline covers novel anticoagulants, ablation
A new guideline for managing nonvalvular atrial fibrillation recommends using a more comprehensive risk calculator, diminishing aspirin's role, adding 3 new anticoagulants to treatment options, and increasing use of radiofrequency ablation.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/04/01/4.htm
1 Apr 2014
Portable ultrasound scopes out a new role
Enthusiasts argue that point-of-care ultrasonography extends the scope of the physical exam far beyond what can be auscultated through a stethoscope. Detractors worry about overdiagnosis and a loss of medical skills that have intrinsic value. Both sides seek balance when considering how to use this new technology.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/05/ultrasound.htm
1 May 2014
Treat the epidemic of medical nonadherence
Multiple diseases and multiple medications can lead to some patients not following their medical regimens. Experts are examining why in an effort to help improve nonadherence rates that can reach 50% by some estimates.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/05/nonadherence.htm
1 May 2014