Group CBT, Pain Education Improve Pain, Physical Function
Simplified group cognitive behavioral tx and education improved chronic pain in outpatient clinics
Recommendations for Optimizing Hidden Curriculum in Medicine
Clinical learning environment should be optimized by ensuring what is taught in classroom is modeled
Understanding Rx Nonadherence Can Improve Adherence
Changing attitudes toward patients and their medication adherence can improve adherence
Artificial Intelligence May Help Prevent Physician Burnout
Many potential uses for AI, including improving searches and documentation, selecting treatment
CDC: No Change in Percentage of Uninsured in U.S. From ’16 to ’17
Increase in percentage of those aged younger than 65 years enrolled in high-deductible health plan
Chronic Opioid Users May Wish to Taper Opioid Use
In study completers, median morphine equivalent daily dose fell from 288 mg to 150 mg in four months
Hydroxychloroquine No Better Than Placebo for Hand OA
No more effective than placebo for moderate-to-severe hand pain and radiographic osteoarthritis
Burnout Found Prevalent Among Doctors in Single Health System
Link between patient satisfaction and emotional exhaustion; also tied to odds of leaving organization
Opioids Plus Acetaminophen, Ketorolac Cost-Effective Post-Sx
In children having scoliosis surgery, combo is linked to reduced opioid intake compared with opioids alone
Patients Want Physicians to Have Greater Connectivity
Most patients want greater connectivity, online tools, convenience via SMS, and more time with doctors
