March 2025


Patients with cirrhosis due to metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease hepatitis C or alcohol use make up about 80percent of patients waiting for a liver transplant Image by Crystal light

Improving cirrhosis detection, outcomes

One of the biggest gaps in cirrhosis management is identifying patients and getting them into subspecialty care.

Self-motivation for stroke prevention

A recent guideline from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association highlights the importance of identifying and addressing modifiable risk factors early.

The cost crisis: An existential threat to our health

Better is possible for the American health system, and ACP's President details how.

Handling the ‘shock and awe’ of a new administration

Sometimes a new presidential administration comes in quietly, and other times it starts with a bang

Vital facts about vector-borne diseases

More than 700,000 people die of vector-borne diseases annually, according to data from the World Health Organization.

Peer review for beginners

Academic peer review can be an option for early career physicians.

Traditions, surprises at Internal Medicine Meeting 2025

The learning opportunities at Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 will begin April 1 in New Orleans.

I.M. Puzzled: March 2025

Test your knowledge in this month's superlative medical crossword puzzle!

Assessing, reassuring patients with potential liver disease

An expert explains how to properly sort out hepatic symptoms, from those that are manageable to those that are more dire.

Nonopioid treatment for moderate to severe pain approved

This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.

Medicine needs more time

A reader responds to our coverage.

MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation in the emergency department after chest discomfort

A 54-year-old woman is evaluated in the emergency department 3 hours after a 30-minute episode of chest discomfort. She is currently pain free. She reports a 2-day history of recurrent episodes of chest “fullness” while at rest. Following a physical exam and other tests, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next?

Officers and Regents election results announced

The election of Officers and Regents has been completed.

Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives

ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, I.M. Matters Weekly from ACP.

Controlling cirrhosis, preventing stroke, and more stories

This month's issue covers cirrhosis, stroke, and peer review, among other topics.