Case of Bobby Pin Piercing Kidney Reported in 4-Year-Old
Two rusted sharp ends of pin were removed from patient, without subsequent complications
Low FODMAP Diet Cuts Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms
Similar reductions for diet with reduced content of fermentable short-chain carbs, traditional advice
ACP Issues Guidance on ‘Concierge’ Practices
Growth of DPCPs fueled by physicians' frustration; may exacerbate disparities in health care
ASN: PPIs Linked to Higher Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease
But studies weren't designed to prove proton pump inhibitors are responsible for the increase
Web-Based CBT Program Cuts Suicidal Ideation in Interns
Web-based cognitive behavioral therapy program reduces likelihood of endorsing suicidal ideation
Expanding Rooming, Discharge Office Protocols Can Save Time
Delegating rooming, discharge tasks to clinical support staff can save physicians ≥1 hour/day
ACP Joins Amicus Curiae Brief to Supreme Court
Brief urges Supreme Court to uphold considerations of race, ethnicity in med school application process
CDC: Tapeworm Implicated in Case of Malignant Transformation
Researchers say this is first known case of the parasite causing tumors in a human
Doctors Who Order More Tests Have Fewer Malpractice Claims
Study explores link between 'defensive medicine' and malpractice claims
Poll: Americans Want Health Care Costs Kept in Check
Suggestions include price controls on drugs, hospitals, and doctors