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Sort by: Relevance | Newest | OldestDisclosing medical errors the right way
After a medical error, patients want an explicit statement that an error occurred, what happened, and the implications for their health. They want an outright apology, not a statement of regret. Work from global organizations is refining the right way to disclose errors.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/errors.htm
1 Jun 2014
2013-14 Chair-elect, Board of Regents selected
At their November meeting, the Board of Regents elected Robert M. Centor, MD, FACP, of Huntsville, Ala., the 2013-14 Chair-elect of the Board of Regents.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/12/04/8.htm
4 Dec 2012
Combining smoking cessation therapies improves abstinence rates
Varenicline in combination with nicotine replacement therapy was more effective than varenicline alone in helping smokers quit, a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/07/15/2.htm
15 Jul 2014
ACP's Quality Improvement Network now recruiting practices for ACPNet: Diabetes
ACP's Quality Improvement (QI) Network is recruiting practices to enroll in ACPNet: Diabetes, a QI initiative that provides physicians free access to PQRSwizard, ABIM-approved MOC practice performance (part IV) credit, and ACP's Practice Advisor (formerly the Medical Home Builder).
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/10/08/9.htm
8 Oct 2013
CMS announces ICD-10 testing week
ICD-9 code sets used to report medical diagnoses and inpatient procedures will be replaced by ICD-10 code sets on Oct. 1, 2014. CMS has announced a national ICD-10 testing week to help direct submitters (clinicians and clearinghouses) with the transition to the new codes.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/12/17/8.htm
17 Dec 2013
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
Hypertension guidelines lead to vigorous debate
This issue includes stories centered on various aspects of hypertensions, as well as topics specific to mean's health, electronic health records and physical rehabilitation referrals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/04/editors.htm
1 Apr 2014
Consider country, culture when caring for Latino patients
Cultural competency can conquer concerns about cultural barriers, said a panel of experts who discussed how to approach and manage patients in the Latino community.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/cultural.htm
1 Jun 2014
Get rid of GERD without unneeded costs, tests
Gastroesophageal reflux disease can be diagnosed in the office, without the need for expensive tests such as endoscopy. Learn how to make the right diagnosis while avoiding confounding symptoms that might steer a patient toward the wrong specialist.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/GERD.htm
1 Jun 2014
For effective smoking cessation, turn ambivalence into action
Smokers sometimes want to want to quit. The ambivalence is the effect of nicotine, which rewires the brain. Instead of being wary of the patient's mixed feelings, use them as a sign to try nicotine replacement therapy systems that make the cravings more manageable.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/smoking.htm
1 Jun 2014