What Does Ethics Demand of Health Care Practice in Conflict Zones?
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DOI: 10.1001/amajethics.2022.535
Abstract: Human rights violations in armed conflict against community members, displaced persons, and health workers include combatants' uses of threats and coercion, attacks on health facilities, and abuses against civilians. Traditional clinical and public health ethical… read more here.
Keywords: conflict zones; health; practice; practice conflict ... See more keywords
Outlier Practice Patterns in Mohs Micrographic Surgery: Defining the Problem and a Proposed Solution
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DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2017.1450
Abstract: Importance Outlier physician practices in health care can represent a significant burden to patients and the health system. Objective To study outlier physician practices in Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) and the associated factors. Design, Setting,… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; mms; mohs micrographic; number ... See more keywords
Opioid Prescribing Patterns and Complications in the Dermatology Medicare Population
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DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2017.5835
Abstract: Importance The ongoing opioid epidemic in the United States has been fueled by prescription opioids. Increases in opioid-related deaths and complications mandate clinicians in all fields to scrutinize their prescribing patterns. Objective To characterize the… read more here.
Keywords: opioid claims; dermatology; prescribing patterns; opioid prescribing ... See more keywords
Trends in Private Equity Acquisition of Dermatology Practices in the United States.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2019.1634
Abstract: Importance Private equity (PE) firms invest in dermatology management groups (DMGs), which are physician practice management firms that operate multiple clinics and often acquire smaller, physician-owned practices. Consolidation of dermatology practices as a result of… read more here.
Keywords: dermatology; private equity; practice; united states ... See more keywords
Patient and Public Safety Maximized by Rapid Opioid Taper-Reply.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2017.1454
Abstract: of atrial fibrillation in this patient was more likely to be ascribed to an inappropriate starting dose of levothyroxine, which could have been prevented if the clinical practice was compliant with the guidelines. In this… read more here.
Keywords: clinical practice; patient public; public safety; practice ... See more keywords
Promoting High-Value Practice by Reducing Unnecessary Transfusions With a Patient Blood Management Program
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2017.6369
Abstract: Although blood transfusion is a lifesaving therapy for some patients, transfusion has been named 1 of the top 5 overused procedures in US hospitals. As unnecessary transfusions only increase risk and cost without providing benefit,… read more here.
Keywords: patient blood; blood management; transfusion; blood ... See more keywords
When Oral Therapy Can Replace Intravenous Antibiotics-Changing Practice as New Data Emerge.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2023.0923
Abstract: This essay describes a physician-patient’s experience with unchanged practice patterns despite the publication of new data challenging those patterns. read more here.
Keywords: therapy replace; practice; intravenous antibiotics; new data ... See more keywords
Assessment of Pharmaceutical Company and Device Manufacturer Payments to Gastroenterologists and Their Participation in Clinical Practice Guideline Panels
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.6343
Abstract: Key Points Question How common are payments from pharmaceutical companies and device manufacturers to gastroenterologists? Finding This cohort study of 15 497 gastroenterologists found that 86.9% received industry payments, with direct financial awards accounting for 62.7%… read more here.
Keywords: pharmaceutical company; assessment pharmaceutical; industry payments; device manufacturer ... See more keywords
Assessment of Oncology Advanced Practice Professional Willingness to Participate in Medical Aid in Dying
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.39068
Abstract: Key Points Question Are nurse practitioners and physician assistants (advanced practice professionals [APPs]) willing to prescribe medications for medical aid in dying (MAID), and are they knowledgeable about and comfortable with prescribing medication or consulting… read more here.
Keywords: oncology; aid dying; practice; medical aid ... See more keywords
Practice Variation in Use of Neuroimaging Among Infants With Concern for Abuse Treated in Children's Hospitals.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.5005
Abstract: Importance Infants who appear neurologically well and have fractures concerning for abuse are at increased risk for clinically occult head injuries. Evidence of excess variation in neuroimaging practices when abuse is suspected may indicate opportunity… read more here.
Keywords: practice; among infants; variation; children hospitals ... See more keywords
Adoption of Innovative Therapies Across Oncology Practices-Evidence From Immunotherapy.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2022.6296
Abstract: Importance Immunotherapies reflect an important breakthrough in cancer treatment, substantially improving outcomes for patients with a variety of cancer types, yet little is known about which practices have adopted this novel therapy or the pace… read more here.
Keywords: oncology; practice; immunotherapy; adoption ... See more keywords