4% Increase in Population of Actively Licensed Physicians
Total population up to 916,264 in 2014; 12,168 more physicians being added annually than lost
Elevated Liver Enzymes Common in Severe Anorexia Nervosa
Elevated AST, ALT linked to lower BMI, development of hypoglycemia, hypophosphatemia
Unlicensed Stem Cell Clinics Operating in the United States
FDA has no authority over procedures using adipose-derived stem cells
Behavioral Weight Loss Program Assists Breast Cancer Survivors
Clinically meaningful weight loss over two years in overweight/obese survivors of breast cancer
Hysterectomy + Panniculectomy Can Be Safely Performed
In adjusted analysis, similar complication rates seen for combined procedures, but longer length of stay
ACP Supports Expanded Role of Telemedicine for Health Care
Responsible telemedicine can take place when a physician-patient relationship has been established
EHR Vendors Not Adhering to Usability Certification Standards
Several widely used EHR products found not to adhere to ONC certification requirements
Accelerated MD Program Doesn’t Mar Academic Performance
Academic performance of students is comparable in accelerated program, conventional MD program
Over Half of U.S. Adults Have Diabetes or Prediabetes
And many don't know they're at risk, researchers say
Management, Treatment of Chronic Disease Up With ACA
Higher numbers of insured leading to more treatment of hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes