Most doctors mind their manners. But surgeons are the most likely to be reported for unprofessional behavior, while physicians practicing in pediatric settings are the least likely, according to a recent study of more than 35,000 physicians.
Cardiovascular conditions — including congenital heart defects, heart failure, stroke and hypertension — moved into the second spot for stop-loss reimbursements in 2023 for the first time, an analysis of claims data from 2020-2023 from and insurance provider.
A troubling trend has emerged nationwide, with residency programs and hospitals frequently violating the rights and protections resident physicians are entitled to under employment contracts, state labor laws, and accreditation standards.
Beta-blockers are excellent drugs. They're cheap and effective; feature prominently in hypertension guidelines; and remain a sine qua non for coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, and heart failure treatment.
Primary care physicians are performing fewer procedures, but the Medicare population is growing, a recent study found.
Roughly a month ago, a prestigious consulting firm found itself, once again, in hot water for its involvement in allegedly contributing to the opioid crisis. We saw many of the same headlines competing for the top spot in our inbox.
A lot of epidemiology starts with a simple question. But as you think about it, you realize just how complicated the question actually is. Here's a simple question: Is cancer more common today than it was in the past?
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