Health reform should include efforts to fight obesity, group says
Friday, September 25th, 2009
Patients counseled on weight loss by physicians are three times more likely to attempt dieting.
Archive for the 'Profession' Category
Apologizing for medical errors may not stop you from being sued
Friday, September 25th, 2009
According to a recent study, how a patient perceived the conversation was a factor in whether a physician gained a patient's trust.
With seasonal flu shots plentiful and H1N1 vaccines expected soon, early vaccination is urged
Friday, September 25th, 2009
Health officials want physicians to begin preparing by getting vaccinated.
When is conduct reportable? National Practitioner Data Bank takes complaints from hospitals about physicians
Friday, September 25th, 2009
The peer review process is not black and white, which raises questions on reportability. And once a report is made, it's hard to undo the damage.
Surgical quality program cuts complications, patient deaths
Friday, September 25th, 2009
Giving surgeons reliable clinical data is key to helping them pinpoint safety problems, researchers say.