MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'American Medical News - PROFESSION' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:07:07 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666486&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fprsd0207.htm Study authors attribute the rise to increased specialization of medicine and high patient demands. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666486 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:24:02 +0100 5666486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666489&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fprsc0206.htm The 2003 rule required experts to practice in the same specialty as defendant physicians. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666489 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5666489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666488&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fprsb0206.htm Physicians struggle to make the most of scarce organ resources. "You have to take a larger view of it," a transplant surgeon says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666488 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5666488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666487&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fprsa0206.htm Physicians who provide medical care for themselves or family risk losing objectivity and letting their personal feelings interfere with what is best for the patient. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666487 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5666487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646716&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fprsd0201.htm Patients typically die within three weeks of admission. A 2011 rule requires physicians to see residents every 180 days to re-evaluate eligibility. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646716 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:59:37 +0100 5646716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646717&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fprsc0131.htm A study of nearly 1,500 patients who had teledermatology consultations shows improved clinical outcomes, with better diagnosis and disease management. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646717 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:15:16 +0100 5646717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646720&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fprca0130.htm In the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646720 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5646720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646719&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fprsb0130.htm A 20-year review finds that the agency's actions frequently fail to make an impact on prescribing and clinical monitoring. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646719 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5646719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646718&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fprsa0130.htm Developers of the online Sweet 16 exam say doctors can no longer use or share it because of a copyright claim. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646718 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5646718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5627844&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fprse0125.htm People with depression are less likely to be drug-compliant or keep their diabetes or hypertension under control. Weekly case reviews can help change that. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5627844 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:03:07 +0100 5627844 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5627845&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fprsd0124.htm A penny-per-ounce excise tax on beverage makers would mean reduced sales and rates of type 2 diabetes and associated health problems, a study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5627845 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:11:25 +0100 5627845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619543&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fprsc0123.htm The proposal calls for putting them under the same regulatory authority as organ transplants. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619543 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:21 +0100 5619543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619542&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fprsb0123.htm A new study shows that 86% of inpatient harm cases are not sent to hospital administrators for investigation. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619542 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:21 +0100 5619542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619541&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fprsa0123.htm Medical staff membership and employment are separate roles. But the worlds can collide in ways that impinge on physicians' rights and privileges if caught unaware. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619541 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:21 +0100 5619541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607735&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fprsc0118.htm The goal is to deliver "parsimonious care," says the American College of Physicians' updated ethics manual. The college also offers guidance for online behavior. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607735 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:06:20 +0100 5607735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5596731&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fprca0116.htm Ethics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5596731 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5596731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5596730&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fprsb0116.htm People without health insurance are more likely to smoke and generally have less healthy habits than people with coverage, Gallup reports show. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5596730 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5596730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5596729&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fprsa0116.htm The state's Supreme Court overturns a 2011 rule that says only MDs and DOs are qualified to testify as experts. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5596729 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5596729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5596728&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fprl10116.htm More health care facilities are turning to one-time pharmaceutical detailers to help them attract doctor interest. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5596728 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5596728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580649&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fprsd0111.htm The court overturns a ruling that allowed some claims to proceed without such experts. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580649 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:04:07 +0100 5580649 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580653&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fprsc0109.htm The Choosing Wisely initiative aims to educate physicians and patients about questionable tests and reduce wasted health care. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580653 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5580653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580652&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fprsb0109.htm The AAP offers guidelines to help physicians treat adoptees, who may have a higher risk of medical, behavioral and learning disorders. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580652 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5580652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580651&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fprsa0109.htm The Joint Commission advises hospitals to reduce the risk of drowsy doctoring and nursing. A study says work-hour rules have increased neurosurgery complications. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580651 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5580651 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580650&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fprl10109.htm Diagnostic errors, medication mix-ups and other mistakes have been documented in the office-based setting. A new AMA report calls for more research and action. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580650 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5580650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559245&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fprsc0103.htm A study says many physicians and hospitals haven't thought about the risks associated with urinary catheters. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559245 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:32:25 +0100 5559245 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559249&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fprsb0102.htm Physicians are leaning toward screening patients older than 75 in the absence of clear guidelines about whether they should do so, according to a study. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559249 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5559249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559248&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fprsa0102.htm The move comes after a complaint alleged that Medical Justice's business practices are unethical. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559248 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5559248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559247&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fprl20102.htm Mass disasters require quick decisions about treatment that can lead doctors to question whether they made the best medical and ethical choices. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559247 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5559247 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559246&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fprl10102.htm As the use of mobile devices grows among physicians, so does concern about how to minimize interruptions that could endanger patients. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559246 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5559246 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5551820&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fprsd1227.htm They're seeking a less hectic schedule, a better work-life balance and greater compensation. Fourteen percent have left their jobs because of stress. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5551820 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:13:23 +0100 5551820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543962&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fprl21226.htm Longitudinal integrated clerkships have been around for decades. A small but growing number of medical schools are turning to them to promote patient-centered care. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543962 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:13:23 +0100 5543962 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543965&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fprsc1226.htm Findings from a new study join other evidence showing that patients typically believe their physicians are delivering quality care. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543965 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5543965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543964&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fprsb1226.htm An HIV-positive pilot claims the government is liable for releasing his medical history during a joint-agency investigation. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543964 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5543964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543963&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fprsa1226.htm Starting in 2012, the National Resident Matching Program will administer a new system to link unmatched students with unfilled residency positions. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543963 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5543963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537289&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F19%2Fprsd1222.htm Curbing readmissions means looking beyond hospitals to increased care coordination, researchers say. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537289 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:06:28 +0100 5537289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5523784&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F19%2Fprsc1220.htm They're seeking a less hectic schedule, a better work-life balance and greater compensation. Fourteen percent have left their jobs because of stress. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5523784 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:07:14 +0100 5523784 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504167&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fprse1214.htm Imaging finds that those who pay less attention to their mistakes than their successes are more likely to make poor treatment choices. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504167 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:12:59 +0100 5504167 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504168&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fprsd1213.htm The rule, a response to the expansion of the National Practitioner Data Bank, is intended to help prevent evidence tampering. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504168 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:56:45 +0100 5504168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494395&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fprsc1212.htm An analysis finds surgeons are less likely than other doctors to return to practice after treatment. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494395 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494395 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494394&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fprsb1212.htm The AMA and other physician organizations point out that patients need help interpreting results. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494394 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494394 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494393&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fprsa1212.htm Physicians face barriers when fighting derogatory comments posted on the Internet, but some legal strategies can curb the problem. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494393 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494392&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fprl21212.htm Physicians need to be prepared to respond when grateful patients offer presents. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494392 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486198&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fprsd1207.htm A new study says burnout from pending litigation also is strongly associated with an increased risk of medical errors. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486198 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:58:16 +0100 5486198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475964&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fprsc1206.htm Physicians receiving a CD-ROM tutorial on spotting moments when patients need emotional consolation are twice as likely to express empathy, a new study shows. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475964 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:12:04 +0100 5475964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475967&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fprca1205.htm Ethics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475967 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475966&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fprsb1205.htm A Florida program is one of 15 graduate medical education consortiums nationwide and has a mission to increase the doctor supply. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475966 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475965&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fprsa1205.htm The number recommended for probation more than triples in 15 years. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475965 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5468251&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F28%2Fprsj1202.htm In Michigan, a physician is asking to reduce what he must pay. Missouri's two cases will determine the constitutionality of the state's cap. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5468251 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:57:08 +0100 5468251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5456701&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F28%2Fprsi1130.htm Physicians score a court victory after a rule allowing advanced registered nurse practitioners to supervise the radiological procedure is reversed. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5456701 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:56:24 +0100 5456701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440155&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fprsc1122.htm A conference explores how faith influences doctors' working lives. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440155 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:07:12 +0100 5440155 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431119&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fprca1121.htm In the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431119 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5431119 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431118&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fprsb1121.htm The report highlights the financial benefits of experimentation as medical schools and teaching hospitals face funding cuts at the state and federal levels. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431118 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5431118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431117&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fprsa1121.htm EMRs and other computerized medical systems can harm patients, a report says. If a voluntary approach fails, the FDA should regulate. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431117 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5431117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431116&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fprl21121.htm Programs in a handful of medical settings are teaching how healthy foods actually can be tasty and how to get patients to change their eating habits. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431116 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5431116 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5421307&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprsg1118.htm An FDA regulation requiring tobacco companies to put the images and text on their products was supposed to take effect in September 2012. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5421307 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 13:19:04 +0100 5421307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406722&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprse1115.htm Legal costs due to errors in delivering and receiving results have increased dramatically since 1991, a study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406722 Tue, 15 Nov 2011 13:03:17 +0100 5406722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406723&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprsd1114.htm Two ideas -- keeping track of patients and searching for diagnostic information -- were chosen from hundreds of entries and unveiled at the AMA Interim Meeting. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406723 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 18:36:33 +0100 5406723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406727&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprsc1114.htm Specialty boards will post the information online by August 2012. Some doctors, however, are watching to see how clearly it is presented. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406727 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406726&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprsb1114.htm HHS missed its deadline to formulate rules on reporting how much industry pays physicians. Lawmakers, the drug industry and consumer groups call for speedy implementation. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406726 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406725&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprsa1114.htm With patients' permission, relatives can play an active role in the exam room. But don't let them take over. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406725 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406724&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprl21114.htm More than 14,000 people died in 2008 after overdosing on painkillers, more than triple the amount in 1999. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406724 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5399860&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fprse1111.htm Even as satisfaction scores are increasingly used to determine pay, failing to inquire about expectations constitutes a "blind spot," a study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5399860 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:59:36 +0100 5399860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382973&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fprca1107.htm Ethics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382973 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382972&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fprsc1107.htm A shortage of 91,500 physicians by 2020 will be difficult to avoid without expanded funding for residency training. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382972 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382972 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382971&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fprsb1107.htm Illinois officials are handing them over to an anatomical gift association after two weeks to help cope with a cadaver shortage. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382971 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382970&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fprsa1107.htm The real-time data allow for quick dissemination of information to a global audience, health officials say. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382970 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382970 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346634&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fprsc1025.htm A study says organizations should reduce such ties with drugmakers and work to ensure credibility. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346634 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:09:38 +0100 5346634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346637&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fprca1024.htm In the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346637 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5346637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346636&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fprsb1024.htm There are twice as many black patients at low-quality, high-cost hospitals than at top-performing ones. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346636 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5346636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346635&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fprsa1024.htm For example, patients with diabetes receive eye exams at virtually the same rate in both plan types. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346635 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5346635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334787&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fprse1019.htm Steering clear of brand-name statins accounts for most of the projected savings. Researchers hope other specialties will follow suit in identifying unnecessary interventions. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334787 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:58:39 +0100 5334787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323472&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fprsc1017.htm More states are providing access to the care, but a shortage of trained specialists has slowed growth. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323472 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323472 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323471&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fprsb1017.htm An annual survey shows twice as many rates dropped in 2011 than in 2010. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323471 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323470&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fprsa1017.htm Law enforcement agencies and physicians in Florida and Louisiana have reported a decrease in use of the drugs since mandates were implemented in January. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323470 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323469&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fprl21017.htm Stricter oversight of physicians includes setting dosage limits and requiring CME. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323469 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5313625&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fprsc1012.htm General surgery and internal and family medicine are among the hardest-hit specialties. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5313625 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:56:52 +0100 5313625 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5303882&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fprca1010.htm Ethics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5303882 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5303882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5303881&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fprsb1010.htm Ninety-five percent of physicians believe their colleagues differ in their treatments for people with the same condition, a study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5303881 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5303881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5303880&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fprsa1010.htm About 1 in 6 Medicare patients was rehospitalized within 30 days in 2009 -- a rate that must improve by October 2012 to avoid penalties. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5303880 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5303880 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5284826&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F03%2Fprsd1004.htm Executives rate patient satisfaction higher than improved health outcomes when evaluating complementary medicine programs. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5284826 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 12:58:52 +0100 5284826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5272965&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fprse0930.htm Physicians can help by warning patients not to leave medications out in the open. Incidents involve self-ingestion 95% of the time, a study finds. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5272965 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:58:34 +0100 5272965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259844&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fprsd0928.htm Such schedules may attract older men who are considering retirement and young women taking time off to raise a family, a study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259844 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:55:59 +0100 5259844 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259845&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fprsc0927.htm The finding could help scientists develop treatments for neurodegenerative illnesses such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259845 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:01:14 +0100 5259845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259848&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fprca0926.htm In the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259848 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5259848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259847&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fprsb0926.htm The appellate decision reduces a $6 million jury award to the state's limit of $250,000. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259847 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5259847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259846&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fprsa0926.htm Consumer advocacy groups protest the move, which comes in response to a news report that matched a physician to his confidential record. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259846 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5259846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236547&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fprsc0919.htm The Physician Consortium for Performance Improvement says the metrics "must be clinically relevant, meaningful, measurable and actionable." (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236547 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236546&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fprsb0919.htm The state's high court says the requirement will help prevent meritorious lawsuits from being dismissed. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236546 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236545&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fprsa0919.htm Criminal cases involving faith healing raise questions about how best to respect patients' religion while providing the best care. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236545 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236544&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fprl20919.htm Ethical -- and often visceral -- objections to the surgery are fading in light of dramatic early successes that restored patient functioning. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236544 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5224095&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fprsd0916.htm Most get asked, but few comply. The majority who do practice in the Northeast and urban areas. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5224095 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:57:08 +0100 5224095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5224096&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fprsc0914.htm The plaintiff should have filed an intent to sue within six months of learning of her potential liability claim, according to the ruling. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5224096 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 12:57:34 +0100 5224096 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207380&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fprca0912.htm Ethics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207380 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207379&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fprsb0912.htm Hospitals looking to save money or fill nursing gaps in emergency departments may be harming patient safety. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207379 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207378&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fprsa0912.htm Indiana's high court said the issue of health records maintenance should be considered in the same suit alleging medical negligence. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207378 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207377&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fprl20912.htm Commercial support is down nearly a third since 2007. Revenues from physicians, medical schools, hospitals and other sources now pay for 51% of accredited CME. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207377 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195862&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fprsd0906.htm Many families and survivors risk losing insurance benefits if the death is ruled a suicide. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195862 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 13:50:22 +0100 5195862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195866&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fprsc0905.htm The new metrics gauge physician, hospital and health system performance on processes, not outcomes. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195866 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195865&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fprsb0905.htm Physicians and other investigators receiving federal grants will have to disclose any medical industry payments exceeding $5,000 starting next year. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195865 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195864&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fprsa0905.htm Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender patients sometimes postpone care because of discrimination concerns. Sometimes health professionals chase them away unknowingly. Here are ways to combat that. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195864 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195863&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fprl20905.htm The CDC says 63.5% of health care workers were vaccinated in the 2010-11 season, with physicians among the most immunized. The target is 90%. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195863 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5183006&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F29%2Fprsd0831.htm Idaho Supreme Court justices found that letters meant to spark a patient care review were protected from discovery. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5183006 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:25:39 +0100 5183006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160641&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fprsd0824.htm Fewer tests mean fewer patients exposed to radiation and lower costs to the health care system, a prostate screening study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160641 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:06:52 +0100 5160641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160644&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fprsc0822.htm Students begin their medical training with a nine-week program that culminates in becoming emergency medical technicians. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160644 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5160644 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160643&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fprsb0822.htm An analysis finds that insurance premiums for doctors also have decreased significantly since the 2003 reforms were adopted. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160643 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5160643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160642&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fprsa0822.htm Following infection-control precautions to the letter can be challenging, but the CDC says impregnated sponge dressings and catheters help. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160642 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5160642 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5142899&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fprse0819.htm A new look at a decade's worth of emergency visits suggests increased use of CTs may help physicians send patients home sooner. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5142899 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:56:42 +0100 5142899 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5142900&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fprsd0817.htm The licenses of physicians, nurses and other health professionals convicted of sexual crimes and other felonies will be permanently revoked. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5142900 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:59:47 +0100 5142900 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131430&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fprsc0815.htm AHA leads an effort to increase data collection, improve diversity in medical leadership and encourage cultural competency training at hospitals and medical schools. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131430 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5131430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131429&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fprsb0815.htm Judges rule that the state's medical review panel must receive all possible claims before cases go to court, protecting doctors from endless litigation. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131429 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5131429 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131428&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fprsa0815.htm To err is human. To tell the world about the cases when things went wrong requires courage. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131428 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5131428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131427&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fprl20815.htm Sweeping changes to regulation of human-subject research could streamline the review of protocols and stem the outsourcing of studies to developing countries. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131427 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5131427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119479&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fprsd0812.htm The drugmaker spent $3.8 million on business meals and travel for doctors and health care organizations. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119479 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:54:35 +0100 5119479 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108766&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fprsc0809.htm The state's optometrists say access to eye care would improve statewide, but ophthalmologists maintain that the regulations threaten patient safety. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108766 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:04:13 +0100 5108766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108769&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fprca0808.htm Ethics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108769 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108768&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fprsb0808.htm Attorneys find their cases are weaker than they first believed as lawsuits proceed, analysis shows. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108768 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108767&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fprsa0808.htm Relatives give $450 billion in unpaid care to their loved ones, which often leads to stress and depression. There are ways physicians can help. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108767 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5095949&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F01%2Fprse0805.htm Compared with those treated by their primary care physicians, hospitalist patients are more likely to visit an ED and be readmitted. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5095949 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:02:27 +0100 5095949 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5078309&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fprsd0729.htm With few exceptions, doctors who work the most hours are less satisfied than those who work the least. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5078309 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:57:50 +0100 5078309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069605&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fprsc0727.htm Meeting the patient demand fueled by health system reform would require overhauling medical practice and shifting tasks, a study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069605 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:02:26 +0100 5069605 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063137&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fprca0725.htm In the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063137 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5063137 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063136&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fprsb0725.htm A traveling show displays artworks, some created from "a dark place." Many are by surgeons and the warriors they strive to heal. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063136 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5063136 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063135&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fprsa0725.htm The new editor-in-chief says medical journals must explore every avenue for communicating with doctors and the public. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063135 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5063135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5052115&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fprse0722.htm Research shows twins' shared prenatal and early postnatal experiences accounted for 55% of strict autism and 58% of more broadly defined autism spectrum disorder. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5052115 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:53:50 +0100 5052115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5037721&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fprsd0719.htm One ICU's death rate fell when residents nudged colleagues to take action based on the information gathered. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5037721 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:53:54 +0100 5037721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5037725&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fprsc0718.htm Surgical site reporting requirements would drain hospital resources and compromise patient care, medical officials say. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5037725 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5037725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5037724&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fprsb0718.htm Oversights, including sloppy scheduling and the choice of marker, can result in tragic mistakes. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5037724 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5037724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5037723&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fprsa0718.htm Physicians who have the same diagnosis as their patients say their personal experiences enable them to connect with patients. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5037723 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5037723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5037722&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fprl20718.htm When killer tornadoes struck Missouri and Alabama in the spring, doctors often worked in chaotic conditions to save severely injured patients. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5037722 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5037722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5029843&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2Fprse0715.htm An onslaught of new residents and exodus of experienced ones leads to inefficient care, but the extent of the phenomenon remains uncertain, a study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5029843 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:07:19 +0100 5029843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5019779&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2Fprsd0713.htm Communities participating in the program funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation will begin testing new payment models. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5019779 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:56:54 +0100 5019779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5019783&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2Fprsc0711.htm The California Supreme Court determines that physicians and others are liable if the information is given to credit agencies. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5019783 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5019783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5019782&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2Fprsb0711.htm Reduction or elimination of federal money for the Children's Hospitals Graduate Medical Education program would mean fewer pediatricians and subspecialists. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5019782 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5019782 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5019781&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2Fprsa0711.htm New ACGME rules require fewer work hours, increased supervision and a renewed emphasis on quality. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5019781 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5019781 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5019780&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2Fprl20711.htm Doctors who tweet incognito like the freedom to vent their frustrations with medical practice. Critics argue anonymity opens the door to posting questionable content. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5019780 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5019780 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5009313&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F04%2Fprsr0708.htm An Institute of Medicine report examines the personal and financial tolls and calls for an expansive federal government response. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5009313 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:10:43 +0100 5009313 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4977123&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F27%2Fprsc0628.htm The average payout is $947,000, more than twice that of other specialties. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4977123 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:24:00 +0100 4977123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969627&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F27%2Fprca0627.htm Ethics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969627 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4969627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969626&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F27%2Fprsb0627.htm Hospital officials say the measure would increase liability costs and present challenges to infection control. Physicians question the logistics of videographers in the OR. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969626 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4969626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969625&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F27%2Fprsa0627.htm The medical mistakes once touted as "never events" have widely influenced public reporting and payment policies. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969625 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4969625 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4969624&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F27%2Fprl20627.htm They are forming a task force to evaluate podiatric education in the state, an effort that could see podiatrists licensed as physicians. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4969624 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4969624 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953983&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F20%2Fprsd0621.htm Access to care remains an issue among many minorities and low-income individuals compared with whites and high-income earners. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953983 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 12:59:08 +0100 4953983 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953984&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F20%2Fprsc0620.htm Some physicians tried to get fellow delegates to change the Association's stance on that aspect of the health system reform law but fell short. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953984 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 01:32:03 +0100 4953984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4946124&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F20%2Fprca0620.htm In the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4946124 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4946124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4946123&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F20%2Fprsb0620.htm Judges overturn a law imposing a four-year deadline for negligence claims. The state Supreme Court will decide whether to review the case. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4946123 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4946123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4946122&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F20%2Fprsa0620.htm He made Americans more aware of end-of-life choices, but experts say his agenda took precedence over the best interests of his patients. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4946122 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4946122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4935864&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F13%2Fprse0617.htm They often contribute to professional burnout and inspire less empathy than patients with true emergencies. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4935864 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:58:12 +0100 4935864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4935865&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F13%2Fprsd0615.htm After state tort reforms in 2003, legal costs for the center decreased by more than $500,000, a study shows. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4935865 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 13:04:48 +0100 4935865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4922816&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F13%2Fprsc0613.htm Hospital officials anticipate that the law will enable them to attract more physicians to underserved areas and protect doctors' autonomy in practice. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4922816 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4922816 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4922815&cid=s_27954_4_f&fid=27954&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F06%2F13%2Fprsb0613.htm Institutions should address bad behavior to prevent hostile work environments and protect patient safety, a new study says. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION) American Medical News - PROFESSION news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4922815 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4922815