2016 Saw Increase in Number of Physicians Since 2010 Census
Increase in actively licensed U.S. physician-to-population ratio from 2010 to 2016
House Dust Mites May Be Carriers for IgE Sensitization in Dermatitis
IgE reactivity to bacterial antigens more frequent in atopic dermatitis patients sensitized to HDMs
Hyaluronic Acid Filler Deemed Safe, Effective for Neck Lines
Study of HA filler injection with 0.3 cc insulin syringe for horizontal neck lines
Greater Engagement for Patients Who Read Visit Notes
Patients value confirming and remembering next steps, quicker access and results, sharing information
Average Increase in Physician Compensation 2.9% in 2016
Overall, 77 percent of physician specialties experienced increases in compensation
Educational Intervention Doesn’t Up Hand, Stethoscope Hygiene
No significant increase in hand hygiene; stethoscope hygiene remained at zero after intervention
AMA Module Offers Help for Adding Pharmacist to Practice
New education module offers six steps for integration of pharmacists into health care team
Rare Skin Manifestations Can Indicate Secondary Syphilis
Case report describes 51-year-old man who primarily presented with multiple nodules on his scalp
Sunscreen Application Doesn’t Provide Complete Body Cover
Front side showed significantly less non-covered skin than backside; less non-covered skin for females
High Court Rules Against Interstate Medical Liability
Case involves doctor providing care to football player in Idaho, who then died after injury in Washington
