Business of Medicine
News from the FDA/CDC
Young adults lead the ranks of recently insured
Since 2010, Americans aged 18-29 years have seen a larger drop in their uninsured rate than those younger and older.
Feature
Five outside-the-box ideas for fixing the individual insurance market
A preview to what legislators might consider when they return from the summer congressional recess in early September.
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
50 years of pediatric dermatology
The evolution of treating skin disease in children has matured rapidly.
Commentary
Fixing the ACA: 11 practical solutions
As Congress ends its summer recess, an Oregon pediatrician offers suggestions on how they can improve health care for all Americans.
News from the FDA/CDC
Safety issues not that unusual in medical offices
Pharmacies may correct or clarify prescriptions, and lab results aren’t ready when needed.
Under My Skin
Consulting for the dead
Dr. Rockoff recounts his experience with his first inpatient consult in decades.
For Residents
Videodermoscopy as a Novel Tool for Dermatologic Education
Dermoscopy is used as an adjunct to clinical examination in the diagnosis of skin lesions, including melanoma. Videodermoscopy...
Feature
Antimicrobial development model links financial incentives with public health needs
Duke University researchers have designed a model for the development and sustainable use of antimicrobials that links payments more directly to...
Feature
Physicians shift on support of single-payer system
Opinions “appear to have evolved” since a 2008 survey, when the majority of physicians opposed it.
The Optimized Doctor
Morning rituals
In his new column, Dr. Benabio discusses the importance of morning rituals for doctors.
Cold Iron Truth
The tyranny of E&M reimbursement cuts with same-day procedures
It’s time to oppose insurers who halve E&M reimbursement when it’s performed on the same day as a procedure.