Dustin K. Smith, DO

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Diabetes

Maximizing lifestyle changes to manage type 2 diabetes

Author:: Stephen McMullan, MD; Dustin K. Smith, DO; Justin Kimsey, DO

Four dietary plans can reduce A1C levels but may differ in long-term outcomes. Intensive lifestyle interventions may even make remission possible...

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body graphic of blood vessels

How to refine your approach to peripheral arterial disease

Author:: Dustin K. Smith, DO; Michael J. Arnold, MD; Job Larson, MD

Early recognition, management of comorbid conditions, and appropriate treatment of peripheral arterial disease can help you improve your patient’s...

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Venous thromboembolism

Primary prevention of VTE spans a spectrum

Author:: Michael J. Arnold, MD; Dustin K. Smith, DO

High mortality from VTE makes primary prevention appealing. Guidelines and assessment tools offer a variety of patient-specific strategies and...

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Aspirin for primary prevention: USPSTF recommendations for CVD and colorectal cancer

Aspirin for primary prevention: USPSTF recommendations for CVD and colorectal cancer

Author:: Dustin K. Smith, DO; Theodore Demetriou, DO; Christopher Weber, MD

Patient age, baseline cardiovascular disease risk, bleeding risk, and personal preference regarding aspirin use are key to decision making. A...

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