Business of Medicine
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ACP governmental affairs leaders discuss ACA, Title X
PHILADELPHIA – Robert Doherty: “We’re very, very concerned by a decision by a Texas judge that, if upheld on appeal...
The Optimized Doctor
One percent better
Although uncomfortable, EMR redesigned menus and shortcuts can help - once you're used to them.
Feature
‘Heartbeat bills’ give state lawmakers pause on antiabortion tactics
The speed of passage of some of these laws masks divisions about strategy and commitment to the cause within the antiabortion movement.
Conference Coverage
Direct-to-consumer genetic testing fraught with validity concerns
PHILADELPHIA – Dr. Andrew Coyle discusses the latest issues with DTC testing.
Opinion
The type II error and black holes
Many negative claims in studies are type II errors.
From the Journals
USPSTF finds the evidence inconclusive for lead screening in young children, pregnant women
The USPSTF cites the need for more research before issuing guidance on blood lead levels in asymptomatic young children and asymptomatic pregnant...
Conference Coverage
Transformational change starts within medical practices
PHILADELPHIA – Opening the door to transformational change can be as simple as opening a door.
Managing Your Practice
How to handle negative online reviews
It happens to all of us: You log onto the Internet one day and discover a scathing review from a disgruntled patient or family member.
Feature
Cost gap widens between brand-name, generic drugs
Generics represent almost 90% of prescriptions filled in the United States but less than 25% of spending.
Video
ACP leaders explain why they value telehealth
PHILADELPHIA – More than half of physician respondents to an ACP survey work for practices that use telehealth.
Latest News
Proportion of women speaking at medical conferences rises over decade
Though the proportion of female speakers at medical conferences has increased during the last decade, women continue to be underrepresented.