Med Ed Can Be Improved for High-Value, Cost-Conscious Care
Review shows knowledge transmission, reflective practice, supportive environment aid learning
CDC: Fewer Americans Struggling With Medical Bills
U.S. report shows 12 million are no longer in families having trouble paying for health care
Addition of Immunosuppression No Benefit in IgA Nephropathy
No improvement in outcomes, more adverse effects for intensive supportive care + immunosuppression
AMA: Case Before Supreme Court Threatens Patient Privacy
Case involves Medical Board obtaining three years of prescribing history for doctor, after single complaint
Burnout Rates on the Rise for Physicians
Surveys show a nearly 10 percent increase across a range of specialties in the United States
November 2015 Briefing – Nephrology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Nephrology for November 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Neurotoxicity Seen With Acyclovir at Recommended Dose in Dialysis
Case report describes acyclovir-induced neurotoxicity in patient treated with recommended dose
AAFP Recommends Doctors Explore Use of Social Media
Guidelines provided for physicians wishing to become more active in social media
ACP: Physicians Should Prescribe Generic Meds If Possible
Brand name medications not superior to molecularly identical generic medications
Music Can Help Doctors Develop Relationships With Patients
Cardiologist describes how showing her vulnerability through music has made her a better doctor
