All articles tagged: Family Medicine/Primary Care

With increasing private equity and a dwindling voice, more physicians are turning to unions as a way to protect their rights and advocate for better working conditions.

A new Mercer report projects surpluses of nurses and home health workers — and even physicians in some states. Still, shortages of clinicians around the country persist.

In a scene right out of Jaws, a shark takes a 15-year-old girl's leg and hand in Florida surf, and two doctors on holiday must keep her alive amid the horror.

A report on adolescent sexual health highlighted an alarming decline in condom use, which could increase the risk for sexually transmitted infections in Europe.

The nursing shortage has forced hospitals to invest in creative strategies to recruit and retain nurses.

The U.S. government's first-ever negotiated prices for prescription drugs are still on average more than double, and in some cases five times, what drugmakers have agreed to...

When it comes to compensation, a doctor's paycheck is just the beginning. Discover the top non-salary perks that make the job even more rewarding.

The World Health Organization on Thursday sought to speed up the access to diagnostic tests for mpox by asking manufacturers to submit their products for an emergency...

Medicare tracked the most metrics tied to payment, while Medicaid tracked the least, according to a new JAMA Health Forum analysis.

The maker of Tylenol defeated a lawsuit by consumers who said they overpaid for "Rapid Release" gelcaps that did not relieve pain faster than cheaper tablets.

Scribe rolled out to US physicians in August, following the unveiling of Medscape AI Search.

Med students said that having a large online presence helps them network, form a like-minded community, and broadly share medical knowledge.

New Medicare codes will enable physicians to hire navigators to help patients manage serious illnesses such as cancer and heart failure.

Clinicians may want to consider initiating microbiologic confirmation of a recurrent urinary tract infection in before prescribing a prophylactic antibiotic.

These physicians have found success motivating patients to exercise. Feel free to steal their strategies.

Mindfulness-based interventions via telehealth improved chronic pain among veterans.

Now that the U.S. government has negotiated prices for some Medicare program drugs effective in 2026, Wall Street analysts are betting on a 2027 list that will include Novo...

Doctors and hospitals are increasingly winning when they challenge payments from insurers via mandatory arbitrations required by the federal No Suprises Act, a Health Affairs study finds.

In Europe, measures to protect health during heat waves have reduced annual deaths by an estimated 80%.

GPT-4V scored 81.6% in diagnostic accuracy, surpassing doctors at 77.8%, but is that enough?

RVUs fail to consider the complexities of working as a physician, according to findings from a Medscape survey.

Research showed ethnic disparities in suicide rates among Asian American youths.

The more flexible a person is in middle age, the lower their risk for death in the near term, a new study found.

Choosing the right residency can be critical to your medical career, but there are steps you can take to make the decision less overwhelming.

As physician shortages and rising administrative burdens made life difficult for primary care providers, practice innovation based on team-based care principles and virtual medicine promised relief.

Although UTI screening has recovered to pre-pandemic levels, medical record coding lags behind.

More and more doctors are using professional coaching to manage life in medicine. The coaches, also physicians, say it might be a cure for burnout. Could it work for you?

CPAP treatment was linked to a reduced risk for adverse hypertensive outcomes in pregnant women with obstructive sleep apnea.

Nonanemic iron deficiency is associated with fatigue and impaired cognitive functioning; yet, up to 70% of cases go undiagnosed in high-risk populations.

British general practitioners are missing long COVID despite clear signs.

Two leaders of the controversial Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance are no longer certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, ending a 2-year disciplinary process.

Europe's healthcare systems are facing multiple crises. What should we expect from the newly elected European Parliament?

The legislation, sponsored by Attorney General Rob Bonta, would require private equity groups and hedge funds to notify his office of planned purchases and obtain consent.

It produced greater weight loss and reversion to normoglycaemia compared with placebo.

Keep salbutamol for emergency asthma relief, and ensure people get treatment that will keep the underlying inflammation under control, an expert said at the Primary Care Show.

In a high-profile trial, a Penn State football team physician claimed he was fired for insisting on athlete safety, while the university denied his claims.

The age-old art of storytelling helps transform PAs into persuasive and empathetic communicators.

Researchers recommended controls like those related to tobacco and cannabis, such as higher taxes and better labels.

Researchers in Sumatra observed an orangutan treat his own facial wound by improvising a topical paste.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's plan to ban smoking for younger generations will not become law after he called a snap election leaving no time to push through one of...

Early-career PAs and those with a lower income range were surprisingly more satisfied with their work-life balance than those in later career stages with higher incomes.

PAs explored innovative strategies to bridge the communication gap and enhance patient understanding.

More than one in five survey respondents did not have access to primary care, and access varied by province.

Clinicians may need to communicate with these patients using means other than patient portals to minimize healthcare disparities.

German experts call for all studies to be registered and all results to be published.

An AI-based tool merging eye-tracking data, a diagnosis and a level of certainty from a primary care clinician, could improve the diagnosis of autism.

Discover how physician associates are playing a crucial role in the frontier of space exploration, though there are unique challenges practicing medicine in space.

Despite facing high-stress work environments, many physician assistants are not leveraging available mental health provider plans. Why the hesitation?

Parents with HIV who are not on anti-retroviral therapy or who do not have adequate viral suppression should be advised against breastfeeding, the group said.

Randomized studies on AI seem to be concentrated in gastroenterology, radiology, surgery, and cardiology, with less emphasis on primary care.

Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are joining cardiology, dermatology, and other specialty practices to broaden their skills and increase their income.

Medical school debt leaves many doctors locked out of homeownership. But this lesser-known mortgage option designed just for physicians might open the door.

Micro- and nanoplastics are potential risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, but studies did not demonstrate a causal relationship between these plastics and disease.

Understanding if sustaining a hip fracture can lead to cognitive decline could help clinicians guide prevention and rehabilitation efforts.

The oncologist claims she was harassed and treated differently than her male peers for years, but her concerns were not taken seriously.

The oncologist claims she was harassed and treated differently than her male peers for years, but her concerns were not taken seriously.

Experts at the Society of General Internal Medicine meeting offered best practices for clinicians in billing and caring for patients using online portals.

Physician Assistant Compacts can enable cross-state practice and help PAs work seamlessly from state to state. They may be coming to your state soon.

A doctor's mistake behind the wheel can have lasting consequences, ruining a professional reputation and the right to practice medicine.

Data on the actual incidence of aggressive and violent incidents against hospital staff could help inform legislative fixes, hospital policies.

More than 6 million households in Mexico had difficulties related to the access, availability, and use of water.

Married doctors on holiday stumble on an unresponsive boy pulled from a pool and fall back on training: "No medicine, no monitors, nothing but our hands and our breaths."

Swiss drugmaker Roche on Wednesday said the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved its human papillomavirus (HPV) self-testing kit.

Short videos on discussing deprescribing with clinicians may aid patients who have type 2 diabetes and cognitive impairment and their caregivers, new research indicates.

Data from a cross-sectional analysis suggested troubling trends in use of medications by older adults.

New clinical guidelines instructed clinicians conduct an audiogram or refer to a clinician who performs the service.

Doctors who diagnose pelvic organ prolapse agreed that the condition is often off primary care clinicians' radar.

Clinicians could use self-monitoring of blood pressure and medication to help patients.

Physicians with disabilities face additional burdens that hike burnout risk compared with their colleagues, according to a new study.

Increased interest in treating symptoms of menopause might set the stage for research needed to change the label on some estrogen products, experts said.

Families may feel more comfortable requesting food, housing, and other assistance if they don't first need to disclose socioeconomic hardships.

Congress is considering whether to eliminate current restrictions on POHs. Advocates say that could boost competition amid rising concern over consolidation in healthcare.

The risks and benefits of lecanemab therapy were highlighted at the recent American Geriatrics Society conference.

Molecular resistance testing weeds out cases where antibiotics are unnecessary.

Incoming AMA president calls for federal legislation to encourage doctors to work in rural areas during a press conference on May 9.

The study provides new data for clinicians treating patients who want to quit smoking.

The creation of CKM syndrome by the American Heart Association in 2023 aimed to recognize the intricate interplay between heart, kidney diseases, diabetes, and obesity.

Risks for opioid-related poisonings and behavioral disorders were higher among injured workers in almost all occupations compared with the general population.

Expanding eligibility criteria could help include underrepresented populations in research, but modifying these criteria is not a simple question.

A federal investigation aims to evaluate private equity's involvement in healthcare consolidation and the potential impact on patient care and worker conditions.

The findings indicate clinicians may want to check in with fathers after adverse outcomes like stillbirth.

Social media's allure for menopause relief masks dangers, and clinicians should know how to combat misinformation and provide education on marketed products that could put women at risk for harm.

A Seattle-based plastic surgeon ran afoul of federal law when his practice requested that patients sign an agreement aimed at limiting negative online reviews.

The U.S. Justice Department is moving to make marijuana use a less serious federal crime, taking a step to reclassify the drug out of a category that includes heroin.

The gender gap in adolescent substance use is narrowing, and in some cases, girls are surpassing boys in smoking and drinking behaviors.

Health insurance plans run by U.S. states must cover gender-affirming surgeries for transgender people, a U.S. appeals court ruled on Monday.

Discover how primary care shortages may reshape the patient-provider relationship.

The US Food and Drug Administration has approved pivmecillinam (Pivya) tablets to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women.

Workaholism is a behavioral addiction with real health consequences and physicians are at high risk. Here's how to take a frank look at your own red flags.

Oregon's physician assistants are undergoing a transformation as they adopt a new title: Physician associate.

Improving work hours and burnout were leading factors why physicians and advanced practice professionals turned to locum tenens assignments, according to a recent survey.

Although low-dose aspirin to reduce the risk for first-time heart attacks and strokes was the standard of care for 30 years, the risk-benefit calculation has changed.

The opposite was seen in women when compared with matched control individuals without diabetes.

The FTC's decision to ban noncompete agreements could make it easier for doctors and other healthcare workers to switch jobs. But business groups say they will sue to block it.

We asked physician supervisors to tell us stories about young doctors who went above and beyond in surprising ways — and what we can learn from them.

How three physicians handle the intricate web of today's hot button medical ethics issues.

For some, the event has been "more devastating than COVID."

A new lawsuit alleged that consumers lost access to their doctors or medications and faced financial costs in the switching scheme.

Drug shortages in the UK more than doubled between 2020 and 2023 with Brexit likely to "significantly weaken" the country's ability to tackle supply chain snags, according...

Quebec has established 25 indicators and targets in its strategic plan, including improvements to family care, surgical backlogs, and mental health services.

The findings show a need for better care of previously pregnant patients, years after giving birth.

A recent study revealed that protections intended to prevent large language models from generating false information are often inadequate.

Women who took ACE inhibitors had a lower risk of developing fibroids than those who were eligible but not receiving an antihypertensive treatment.

The European Union is set to launch an investigation into China's procurement of medical devices to address concerns that Beijing's policies are unfairly favouring domestic...

Study after study show AI outperforming MDs in all areas. How should all-too-human physicians — who have trained for years to be good at what they do — feel about this?

A new report on trends in medical practice ownership came amid increased federal scrutiny of consolidation and the role of private equity.

Physicians can face serious consequences, including lost hospital privileges, if they overuse copy-paste functions in electronic health records.

The dietary supplement D-mannose performed similarly to a placebo among women with recurrent urinary tract infections.

An ICU physician on a night out with friends suddenly found himself working a cardiac arrest in a dark club, music pounding and people crowding.

Doctors who engage with social issues have been labeled extremists, told to "stay in your lane," and even fired. They see public health advocacy as a vital part of practicing medicine.

Researchers say a test meant to measure risk for opioid use disorder may cause harm. Their arguments are part of a larger debate about using genetic information to guide clinical care.

The evidence is accumulating: Our health can improve by spending more time in green spaces. Part of that has to do with our perception of time.

A nurse-led intervention improved male patient attitudes towards urinary tract symptoms.

New studies reveal lead in drinking water is still a problem, and clinicians may want to screen children for lead exposure.

A recent report indicated that the inequalities in the healthcare sector negatively affect women and healthcare systems.

A Salem, Ore. physician is suing a coworker for allegedly submitting fake complaints against him to medical boards and making defamatory statements about him at work.

Clinicians should still consider prescribing the drug to adults over age 65 or those who are immunocompromised, experts said.

Years after clinicians started reporting data on care provided to patients with depression, metrics used to score quality are the focus of new scrutiny.

The number of physician assistants is rising across the country, and many tout income and work-life balance as key advantages to the profession, according to a new analysis.

Industry payments appeared to have been little changed by public reporting in the Open Payments database.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's proposal to ban menthol flavored cigarettes in the United States faced another setback, according to anti-tobacco advocates who noted...

Lawsuit claimed Seattle-area eye surgery practice engaged in gender discrimination and workplace retaliation.

Medical professionals who used science to do their jobs also relied on decidedly unscientific methods to get themselves ready to perform.

The long-term trends suggest a shift in work-life balance and a need for recruiting additional physicians to compensate for declining work hours, the authors wrote.

A recent study evaluated the association between sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity with mortality risk.

A new study pitted goal-setting strategies against peer-to-peer sharing and learning to see which would help older adults increase physical activity.

Physicians spend significant time navigating electronic health records and patient portals. Should they be compensated for this essential yet time-consuming task?

Though some medical practices still struggle to restart cash flow, federal health officials and UnitedHealth Group report progress in getting clinicians back in business.

A new analysis dispels the misconception that these drugs have less benefit in the geriatric population.

Time to shingles diagnosis does not shorten despite the best technology.

A federal appeals court on Thursday said a U.S. government requirement that cigarette packs and advertisements contain graphic warnings about the dangers of smoking is...

Is there a way to identify patients with unhealthy microbiomes? And do doctors have a clear idea how to incorporate the latest knowledge into their practice?

Chronic exposure to conflicting work demands may be associated with the depletion of physicians' psychological resources, including the ability to express compassion.

A Spanish family physician has helped develop an app that uses patient information and clinical guidelines to gauge suicide risk.

Climate Action Network France and the French Society of Nutrition recommend reducing consumption of meat products for environmental sustainability.

Many postmenopausal women struggle to lose weight. Hormonal changes are only part of the puzzle.

The journey to wellness can sometimes hinge on patients accepting their diagnosis. See how physicians use information and empathy to find mutual ground

A British study found many had not been assessed for services they were entitled to.

US medical school graduates get their 2024 residency offers as more pediatrics slots go unfilled, but emergency medicine recovers popularity.

Repeat antibiotic prescriptions for respiratory tract infections that are pervasive but unnecessary.

Andrea Prince, MD, reflects on her years of medical practice in the remote town of Nunavik.

For fourth-year medical students, the past year — if not 4— has been building to this week, yet many may be left disappointed and disillusioned.

While broadly welcomed, the launch of the first nonprescription birth control pill in the United States raises some concerns about patients' understanding of the dosing schedule and risks when taking the drug on their own.

Clinical decision support systems could be a promising tool to help clinicians control hypertension in patients with chronic kidney disease.

Drugs that mimic physical activity and calorie restriction in the body are on their way. How do they work — and how will they help?

The agency has authorized accelerated payments to help providers facing cash flow problems after a ransomware attack last month delayed payer reimbursements.

Physician groups continue to press for major revamp Medicare payments after securing a 2024 stopgap fix.

Data suggested that smoking cessation before age 40 years brought overall mortality back to the level of nonsmokers as early as the third year after quitting.

As the world transitioned into a post-pandemic era, telehealth experienced a significant drop. How is virtual healthcare continuing to reshape the landscape?

The nation's largest claims clearinghouse has been offline since February 21, leaving providers and hospitals short on cash. A temporary loan program and federal assistance may offer some relief.

Universities, researchers, senators, and students have denounced the cuts as a severe setback.

That nagging internal voice saying, "you're not good enough" can be a constant source of anxiety and is pervasive in medicine. Here's how other doctors have overcome it.

A whistleblower suit claimed Aledade, Inc., cheated the government out of millions of dollars by making patients appear sicker than they were.

AAFP and MGMA criticized a pending bill for providing too small of an increase for Medicare clinician payment.

Silver diamine fluoride is cheaper and as effective as dental sealants and atraumatic restoration for preventing cavities and tooth decay, a new study showed.

Hospice and palliative care providers are adding primary care at home as a way to manage frail elders who can no longer visit their doctor's office.

President Joe Biden's administration on Monday urged a U.S. appeals court to preserve a federal mandate that requires health insurers to cover preventive care services...

President Joe Biden's administration on Monday is set to urge a U.S. appeals court to preserve a federal mandate that requires health insurers to cover preventive care...

Driving home from the Barbie movie, an EMT on the verge of quitting saves a life after a violent crash — and rededicates herself to emergency medicine and med school.

A new analysis of the Nurses' Health Study found fewer hip fractures in women who ate more nuts, legumes, and other healthy plant foods, but the findings were not conclusive.

Negative patient reviews can wound your practice. Could automated systems that ask satisfied patients to leave reviews offer help?

Britain almost doubled the number of visas given to foreign health and care workers last year, government data showed, adding to pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak over...

The study finds that one third continue to ovulate, making contraception vital.

New Zealand's Maori Health Authority will be shutdown by June 20, the health minister said on Tuesday, as the centre-right government winds back indigenous policies of...

The best protection is vaccination in advance, experts stressed, along with quarantining if sick. But clinics can take some steps to protect vulnerable patients.

Pharmaceutical companies last year launched new U.S. drugs at prices 35% higher than in 2022, reflecting in part the industry's embrace of expensive therapies for rare...

As more of the public support assisted dying, are doctors’ attitudes changing too?

When a physician and patient talk past each other, it may impair the patient's compliance and undermine the physician-patient relationship.

Britain's health regulator said on Wednesday it had revoked a conditional marketing authorisation for Novartis' sickle cell disease drug, Adakveo.

At a panel discussion held by the Ontario Medical Association, doctors cited administrative burdens and declining pay and called for immediate reforms.

Discover the delicate art of saying no while balancing patient satisfaction.

Over 60 million Americans exchanged health data remotely with providers in 2024, marking a pivotal shift in healthcare.

Loneliness isn't just hurting hearts, it's a threat to our very well-being.

New tests that detect multiple cancers with a single blood draw promise to revolutionize cancer screening, but they have also raised many unanswered questions.

Pandemic-fueled fears of an RN shortage were unfounded as more registered nurses were on the job in 2023 than in 2019, a new study showed.

The nonspecific symptoms of lichen sclerosus often lead to a missed or delayed diagnosis, exacerbating the challenges that patients with the condition face.

A noncompete clause prohibits the physician from seeing patients within 20 miles of his previous practice locations, potentially limiting patients' access to specialty care, the lawsuit claims.

Experts offered tips on when to deprescribe hypertension medications against a backdrop of new research that is missing from current recommendations.

With a nationwide shortage of neurologists, primary care providers must understand the basics of seizure treatment and promote self-management skills in their patients with epilepsy.

Pain specialists offered tips for primary care clinicians when treating chronic pain.

Ontario's $3 billion pact with the federal government is a significant step, but further reforms are needed nationwide, doctors said.

The study is thought to be the first comprehensive analysis to evaluate NMRF as a treatment for acne, according to the authors.

Two new studies looked at the effects of the weight-loss drugs on rates of complications after hip replacement procedures. The results were mixed.

Hospitals don't exactly scream romance. But for some healthcare couples, hospital settings and medical themes are the perfect way to ask, "Will you marry me?"

Hospitals don't exactly scream romance. But for some healthcare couples, hospital settings and medical themes are the perfect way to ask, "Will you marry me?"

For the past 5 years, GPs have been able to connect patients experiencing loneliness or complex morbidities to social prescribing link workers, but does it work?

Explore the delicate balance between innovation and patient safety as policymakers navigate the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in medicine.

Med record data shows improvements in anxiety and depression in people taking the drugs for either diabetes or obesity.

A Saturday afternoon turns violent when a man opens fire and two doctors who'd never met must simultaneously help a victim and talk the shooter down.

Mid-six figures in medical school loans — and missteps that came with them — have impacted every aspect of this MD's personal and professional life. Learn from her experience.

The situation is “dire” and “by design”, says Ellen Welch, past co-chair of the Doctors’ Association UK.

Unravel the narratives of physicians who defy stereotypes and navigate the complexities of healthcare as they challenge the stigma and grapple with ADHD.

An ob/gyn must pay a $25,000 fine for failing to adhere to the collaborative agreement she entered with a California nurse practitioner who called herself "Dr Sarah."

Should patients combine intermittent fasting with GLP-1 agents? Are the drugs safe in kidney patients? Experts from the recent Medscape Masters event on obesity answer your questions.

Juries are awarding more multimillion-dollar awards against clinicians and hospitals, but do the verdicts really stick? Experts shared what's behind these awards and how they affect physicians.

Antiquated laws requiring oncologists and other doctors offering telehealth to have medical licenses in multiple states unnecessarily restrict patient access, a New Jersey lawsuit claimed.

Senate bill requires Medicare to test AI tools to prevent fraud, along with quick customer notifications of suspicious activity. Medicare shouldn't ask patients to verify flagged claims, critics said.

The plan to import drugs from Canada faces administrative hurdles and is not guaranteed to produce significant savings, pharmacists said, leaving future expansion in doubt.

Data suggest that doctors who take less vacation and work during their time off display higher emotional exhaustion and report feeling less fulfilled in their profession.

A chatbot demonstrated superior accuracy in diagnosing respiratory issues, cardiovascular conditions, and various ailments than a general practitioner.

Can advances in AI help get us there?

None of the women who had received the vaccine before age 14 years developed cervical cancer.

Online visits fulfill a need for timely appointments but can lead to unneeded prescriptions and missed diagnoses, physicians say.

Euthanasia is illegal in Mexico, but many patients and doctors, and much of the public, support the right to die with dignity.