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Insulin bottle and syringe

NPH insulin: It remains a good option

Author:
Ben Arthur, MD, FAAFP
Ashley Smith, MD
Nick Bennett, DO, FAAFP
David Bury, DO, FAAFP
Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP

NPH insulin holds its own against basal insulin analogs—and it’s cheaper.

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Oxygen mask on woman's face

Supplemental oxygen: More isn’t always better

Author:
Ashley Smith, MD
Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP
Nick Bennett, DO
Benjamin Arthur, MD
Michael Dickman, DO

A recent study says that in certain populations, supplemental oxygen above certain levels can increase mortality.

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A Better Approach to the Diagnosis of PE

Author:
Andrew H. Slattengren, DO
Shailendra Prasad, MBBS, MPH
David C. Bury, DO
Michael M. Dickman, DO
Nick Bennett, DO
Ashley Smith, MD
Robert Oh, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Robert Marshall, MD, MPH, MISHM, FAAFP

A simple diagnostic algorithm is all that’s needed to safely and effectively reduce reliance on CT pulmonary angiography to diagnose pulmonary...

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Can Vitamin D Prevent Acute Respiratory Infections?

Author:
Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP
Nick Bennett, DO
Ashley Smith, MD
Robert Oh, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Jeffrey Burket, MD, MBA, FAAFP

A systematic review and meta-analysis say “Yes”—but the dosages used may not be what you’d expect.

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A better approach to the diagnosis of PE

A better approach to the diagnosis of PE

Author:
Andrew H. Slattengren, DO
Shailendra Prasad, MBBS, MPH
David C. Bury, DO
Michael M. Dickman, DO
Nick Bennett, DO
Ashley Smith, MD
Robert Oh, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Robert Marshall, MD, MPH, MISHM, FAAFP

A simple diagnostic algorithm is all that’s needed to safely and effectively reduce our reliance on CT pulmonary angiography to diagnose PE.

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First-time, Mild Diverticulitis: Antibiotics or Watchful Waiting?

Author:
Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP
Shailendra Prasad, MBBS, MPH
Mary Alice Noel, MD
Jeffrey Burket, MD, FAAFP
Michael Arnold, DO, FAAFP
Benjamin Arthur, MD
Nick Bennett, DO
Ashley Smith, MD

Don’t jump to antibiotics for mild, uncomplicated diverticulitis, a recent clinical trial says. Observation may be just as effective.

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First-time, mild diverticulitis: Antibiotics or watchful waiting?

First-time, mild diverticulitis: Antibiotics or watchful waiting?

Author:
Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP
Shailendra Prasad, MBBS, MPH
Mary Alice Noel, MD
Jeffrey Burket, MD, FAAFP
Michael Arnold, DO, FAAFP
Benjamin Arthur, MD
Nick Bennett, DO
Ashley Smith, MD

Don't jump to antibiotic Tx for mild, uncomplicated diverticulitis, a recent RCT says. Observation may be just as effective.