New Electronic Health Record Regulations Released
New regulations modify Stage 2 of meaningful use program and finalize requirements for Stage 3
October 2015 Briefing – Cosmetic Surgery
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cosmetic Surgery for October 2015. This roundup includes the...
Displaying Prices to Providers Seems to Reduce Order Costs
Review shows price display decreases aggregate order costs more frequently than order volume
Competition for Fellowships Broke Records in 2015
One-quarter of applicants did not didn't receive a position
Increasing Numbers of Med School Applicants, Enrollees
Med school classes continuing to diversify, with increases in nearly every racial/ethnic category
Face-Lifts Do Not Lead to Improvement in Self-Esteem
Researchers note that sense of self-worth is more complicated than appearance alone
Nearly 15 Percent of Plans Lack In-Network Specialists
Most commonly excluded specialists are in endocrinology, rheumatology, and psychiatry
ASA: Patients Undergoing Surgery Should Stay on Statins
Discontinuing med may boost mortality risk during recovery from non-cardiac operations
ASA: Surgeon’s Calming Words May Ease Stress of Surgery
Researchers found reassuring voice might even beat anti-anxiety meds in lowering pre-op distress
Physician Emphasizes Importance of Saying Thank You
Doctor reports feeling deeper connection to his patients; improvement in patient satisfaction score
