Search results for "Epilepsy"
Take it gradually when planning for retirement
Physicians should start their retirement planning when they first start working, first by deciding what retirement should look like and establishing a timeline to accomplish goals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/07/take-it-gradually-when-planning-for-retirement.htm
1 Jul 2020
Continuing statins after adverse event associated with reduced risk for death
The study's findings may help physicians engage in a balanced discussion with patients about the benefits and risks of continuing statin therapy after an adverse reaction.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/07/25/1.htm
25 Jul 2017
Breaking the cycle of patient trauma
A trauma-informed approach to health care involves recognition of the widespread impact of trauma and its signs and symptoms in patients and clinicians.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/02/breaking-the-cycle-of-patient-trauma.htm
1 Feb 2019
Adding an antihypertensive to existing regimens associated with greater BP reduction than maximizing dose, with some caveats in adherence
A retrospective study of older veterans with hypertension found that while adding a medication reduced systolic blood pressure by an extra point, patients who received a dose increase instead of a new drug were more likely to maintain the regimen.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/10/05/4.htm
5 Oct 2021
New warnings on benzodiazepines
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/11/new-warnings-on-benzodiazepines.htm
1 Nov 2020
Moving toward effective physical activity counseling
Physicians should determine patients' aerobic fitness, which may be an even better indicator of their risk for heart disease and premature death than smoking and hypertension, according to a scientific statement.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/02/counseling.htm
1 Feb 2017
Tips on transforming practices to fit changing models of care
When transitioning a medical practice into a patient-centered model, one of the first steps involves focusing on high-risk patients and developing a plan for more intensive management.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/01/transformation.htm
1 Jan 2014
Doctors with disability reflect on challenges
Physicians with disabilities who applied to and eventually completed medical school reflect on the progress and accomplishments offered by the Americans with Disabilities Act during the past 30 years.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/02/doctors-with-disability-reflect-on-challenges.htm
1 Feb 2020
Further evidence indicates screening colonoscopy reduces mortality and may detect more adenomas than fecal occult blood testing
Two new studies provided evidence of colonoscopy's effectiveness at detecting cancer and reducing mortality.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/02/28/5.htm
28 Feb 2012
Members invited to take survey on specialty choice satisfaction
ACP is giving members access to a survey instrument currently in use in the United Kingdom that proposes the best and worst fits of medical specialties based on responses to a questionnaire regarding professional and personal preferences.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/03/08/11.htm
8 Mar 2011