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Physicians

Docs in Productivity Models Likely to Encounter Compensation Caps

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Physicians, especially those working in a productivity model, must understand compensation caps
Atrial fibrillation is associated with increased risk of dementia

Atrial Fibrillation Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia

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Association strongest for younger participants and for those with longest duration of AF
A new antipsychotic drug to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in adults has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The drug

FDA Approves New Drug for Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder

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Vraylar is an atypical antipsychotic taken once a day
In 2012 there were an estimated 301 physician office visits per 100 persons

2012 Office Visits 57% Higher for Women than Men, Ages 1864

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Visit rate also higher for adults aged 65 years and older
Choosing preferred activities for a work break and taking a break earlier in the shift are linked to more resource recovery after a break

Mid-Morning May Be Best Time for Workday Break

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Longer breaks, frequent short breaks linked to more resource recovery than infrequent short breaks
Physicians who volunteer their medical expertise should consider their legal risks

Volunteer Doctors Need to Check Liability Coverage

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Immunity laws vary by state; liability policies vary coverage outside of regular practice
Radiation and chemotherapy can cause structural changes in the healthy brain tissue of patients with glioblastoma brain tumors

Chemoradiation for Glioblastoma Takes Toll on Brain

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Structural changes include reduced gray matter volume and ventricular enlargement
Misconceptions of infection and contagion surround psoriasis

Misconceptions of Infection, Contagion Surround Psoriasis

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Psoriasis is a highly stigmatizing condition; majority report feeling pity for those with psoriasis
Physical activity counters the negative effect that fatigue can have on positive mood among adults with arthritis

Exercise Counters Fatigue-Related Mood Decline in Arthritis

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Physical activity benefits mood in both osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis patients
In academic medicine

Women Less Likely to Be Full Professors Than Men

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And male grant applicants report significantly higher startup support compared with females