September 2025
Safer, smarter care for chronic pain
To treat pain, avoid opioids and turn to nonopioid therapies that have shown benefit in specific pain types, including musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain.
How much alcohol is too much?
A growing recognition of alcohol as a health risk coupled with the rise of abstinence-friendly social trends provides an opportunity for primary care physicians to have more comprehensive conversations with their patients about drinking behaviors.
Celebrating our differences and diversity
After his first international trip as ACP's President, Dr. Goldman reflects on the goodwill, fellowship, and unity of the family of internal medicine.
Calling balls and strikes on reimbursement pitches
The proposed rule for the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule includes changes to conversion factors as well as an “efficiency adjustment,” among other updates.
Turning an interview into an offer
Preparing and practicing for an interview go a long way in helping to land that next job.
Neutropenic fever needs a fast response
A joint clinical practice guideline on outpatient management of neutropenic fever calls for antibiotic administration within an hour of presentation.
Men may avoid preventive health measures
A tendency toward a minimalist approach to health means that men can be more easily overwhelmed by the complexity of their medical care, according to one expert.
I.M. Puzzled: September 2025
Test your knowledge in this month's superlative medical crossword puzzle with the theme “Primetime”.
Virtual waiting room helps fill no-show spots
A virtual waiting room for same-day telehealth appointments helped one health center fill otherwise empty time slots and improve patients' access to care.
FDA approves first twice-yearly PrEP injection
This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
MKSAP Quiz: 3-day history of flank pain and hematuria
A 45-year-old man is evaluated in the emergency department for a 3-day history of flank pain and hematuria. Following a physician exam, lab studies, and other tests, what is the most likely composition of this patient's kidney stone?
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 chronic pain, advising on alcohol, and more stories
Advice on interviews, conference coverage on neutropenic fever, and virtual waiting rooms are also featured.