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NPs Bite Back at Physicians’ Call for Public Advocacy Campaign
Physicians and Nurse Practitioners have been battling it out online in the form of open letters this past week, with both calling on the AMA to step in.
U.S. Medical Students Less Likely To Choose Primary Care Path
The primary care physician shortage has long been predicted, and as less and less American med students choose that path, it is sure to become a reality.
AMA Lawsuit Puts Doctors In the Middle of Abortion Debate
The American Medical Association is suing over two abortion-related laws, because they force physicians to lie to patients, “to commit an ethical violation.”
89% of Patients Consult “Dr. Google” First
Dr. Google is in. 89% of patients queue up Google and search for their symptoms before going to see a medical provider. But this isn’t exactly a good thing.
Surgeons’ Opioid-Prescribing Habits are Dangerous, Persistent
As the opioid crisis escalated into an epidemic across the U.S., thousands of surgeons continued to hand out far more pills than needed.
Your Practice’s Online Presence Matters
The patients have spoken—an online presence and well thought out customer experience are critical components when it comes to choosing a physician or practice.
Do “Rude” Surgeons See Worse Patient Outcomes?
Not all surgeons are unprofessional. But when they are, do their patient outcomes suffer? It seems so, according to a new study published this week.
Hiring Spotlight: CoreMedical Group
In this Hiring Spotlight, learn more about CoreMedical Group and the thousands of openings they have available for nurses, therapy professionals, and physicians.
Never Say ‘Die’: Why So Many Doctors Won’t Break Bad News
The majority of patients with serious illness receive news in what researchers call a “suboptimal way.” Could training physicians to deliver bad news help?
Is the Professionalism of Doctors, Nurses Being Exploited?
Doctors, nurses often do what’s right by their patients, even if it comes at a high personal cost. Is their professional nature being exploited by those in charge?