The FDA’s new strategy calls for it to evolve into a global agency that can work anywhere in the world. Medscape Medical News
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ACOs: Shared Savings and Improved Care, Says Don Berwick
Donald M. Berwick, MD, MPP, of CMS describes the structure of accountable care organizations and how they are designed to improve patient care. Government Perspectives on Healthcare
ACOs: Shared Savings and Improved Care, Says Don Berwick
Donald M. Berwick, MD, MPP, of CMS describes the structure of accountable care organizations and how they are designed to improve patient care.
Regeneron Drug Effectively Treats Vision Loss: FDA Documents
U.S. drug reviewers have said an investigational eye medicine called VEGF Trap-Eye from Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Bayer AG is effective against the wet form of age-related macular degeneration, raising expectations it will be recommended for approv…
Don’t Get Too Hung Up on ‘Meaningful Use’ in an EHR
Although “meaningful use” is a key factor in choosing and using an EHR, other key factors are involved. You could be short-changing yourself if you don’t pay attention to them. Medscape Business of Medicine
Fibrin Plus Topotecan Effective in Retinoblastoma
Periocular chemotherapy with topotecan can help shrink small-volume and recurrent retinoblastomas in infants, with “negligible” toxicity, a small pilot study shows. Reuters Health Information
Physician Offices Nearly as Malpractice-Prone as Hospitals
The number of paid malpractice claims in outpatient settings approaches that in hospitals, yet patient safety initiatives have focused mostly on inpatient care, according to a new JAMA study. Medscape Medical News
Majority of New Physician Jobs Feature Hospital Employment
Primary care physicians remain in high demand as private practice opportunities decline, according to a survey by a national physician search firm. Medscape Medical News
Senator Coburn on Medicaid: Let the Market Decide
Tom Coburn, one of 3 physicians in the US Senate, discusses the realities of Medicaid in today’s healthcare system and the struggles faced by healthcare providers and patients. Medscape Internal Medicine
The Unbearable Lateness of Being (a Doc)
Physicians discuss being late and whether they should apologize to their patients or not. Medscape Family Medicine
Senator Coburn on Medicaid: Let the Market Decide
Tom Coburn, one of 3 physicians in the US Senate, discusses the realities of Medicaid in today’s healthcare system and the struggles faced by healthcare providers and patients.
Huge Databases and Meta-Analyses: Can We Trust Them to Treat?
Henry Black and Andrew Vickers discuss studies based on large databases and meta-analyses and whether they have a place on clinical decision-making. Medscape Cardiology
Huge Databases and Meta-Analyses: Can We Trust Them to Treat?
Henry Black and Andrew Vickers discuss studies based on large databases and meta-analyses and whether they have a place on clinical decision-making.
More Oppose Than Support Republican Medicare Plan
More Americans oppose than support a Republican plan to revamp the Medicare healthcare program for seniors, presenting a challenge to the party ahead of next year’s presidential and congressional elections. Reuters Health Information
E-Prescribe by January — Here’s How
Donald M. Berwick, MD, of the CMS provides specific advice and resources for implementing e-prescribing into your practice. Medscape Internal Medicine
How to Get a Raise: Experts Advise Doctors
There are tactics, strong arguments, and gauging the right timing if you want to increase your pay. Here’s how to go about it. Medscape Business of Medicine
E-Prescribe by January — Here’s How
Donald M. Berwick, MD, of the CMS provides specific advice and resources for implementing e-prescribing into your practice.
Migraine Visual Auras Present in a Variety of Patterns
A new survey reveals that migraines result in a wide variety of aura symptoms. Medscape Medical News
Drug Product Recall Due to Possible Penicillin Contamination
Concerns over potential cross-contamination of nonpenicillin drug products with penicillin have resulted in a nationwide recall of multiple repackaged products. Medscape Medical News
I’m Struggling to Live on $160,000 a Year: MD Lament
Whereas most Americans would consider a $160,000 income a fortune, many physicians find it a challenge to live on that amount. Why can some manage easily while others are struggling to pay the bills? Medscape Business of Medicine