FDA pick answers lawmakers on tobacco regulation, flu
May 24th, 2009
Dr. Hamburg, a former New York City health inspector, faced a largely friendly audience at a Senate confirmation hearing.
Breaking through barriers: Incoming AMA president ready to tackle tough issues
May 24th, 2009
In an interview with American Medical News, J. James Rohack, MD, outlines his goals for the next year.
Yale obstetrics safety plan cuts adverse events by 40%
May 24th, 2009
Hospital adds safety nurse position, increases training for doctors, nurses. A national perinatal safety initiative will expand this fall.
N.C. court overturns ban on doctor participation in executions
May 24th, 2009
The state medical board had threatened to punish physicians who aid executions, but the state Supreme Court ruled the agency overstepped its bounds.
Faculty, grads differ on what’s “must-know”
May 24th, 2009
Researchers said medical residents listed fewer procedures as essential to their education.