Technology Can Help Patients Facing Routine Decisions
Use of technology makes appointments more productive, helps patients engage in the decision
Reduction in Post-Op Delirium With mHELP Program
Modified Hospital Elder Life Program could help reduce risk for seniors having abdominal surgery
New Bill Intends to Repeal Limits on Physician-Owned Hospitals
Bill introduced in U.S. House of Representatives has bipartisan support with more than 50 co-sponsors
New Health Care Act Could Result in 23 Million Losing Insurance
While premiums may lower over the long-term, many would face much higher out-of-pocket costs
New Interactive Module Aims to Clarify Professional Boundaries
Module focuses on potential boundary violations relating to treating family, colleagues, receiving gifts
Path to Empathy Deemed As Vital As Being Empathetic
Conclusion could be especially useful in context of medical professions, researcher says
Mortality Rates Found Lower at Major Teaching Hospitals
Researchers assessed 30-day survival for older patients
Five-Year Risk of Repeat SUI, POP Surgery Less Than 10 Percent
Higher risks for women aged 65 and older, those initially undergoing pelvic organ prolapse surgery
Nine of Ten Practices Surveyed Have Dismissed Patients
Reasons include inappropriate behavior toward staff, violation of Rx policies, repeatedly missed appointments
Combined Urine Test for T2:ERG, PCA3 Ups Prostate CA Detection
Combined urinary testing can avoid unnecessary prostate biopsy, while preserving high sensitivity
