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• Triple Rule-out CTA in the Emergency Department Is triple rule-out CTA the best diagnostic modality for distinguishing the cause of chest pain in the emergency department?
  Ask the Experts, April 2009
• Is Gardasil® Recommended for Young Women Already Exposed to HPV? Many clinicians are uncertain as to whether they should recommend Gardasil vaccination to young women who have already tested positive for human papillomavirus or who have had an abnormal Pap test.
  Ask the Experts, April 2009
• What Are the Pros and Cons of Using Bundles to Prevent Infection in the ICU? Bundles seem to be everywhere. Read our expert's tips on implementing bundles in the ICU.
  Ask the Experts, March 2009
• Am I Ready for Residency? These guidelines can help ease the transition from medical school to medical practice.
  Ask the Experts, February 2009
• What Antibiotic Covers Methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) Infection? Is piperacillin/tazobactam adequate, or should you add a penicillinase-resistant penicillin?
  Ask the Experts, February 2009
• Are Board Scores Important When Applying for Residency? Many programs use these scores to screen applicants, but there are other important factors as well.
  Ask the Experts, February 2009
• Do I Need Anxiety Medication? "Exams make me so nervous that I perform poorly. Would medication help?"
  Ask the Experts, January 2009
• When Is Skin Testing for Penicillin Allergy Indicated? Many patients report penicillin allergies, but who is really allergic, and who needs skin testing?
  Ask the Experts, January 2009
• How Should I Schedule My Clinical Rotations? Some general principles can help you maximize your clinical experience.
  Ask the Experts, January 2009
• Is It Safe To Order Drugs From Overseas Pharmacies? Alert your patients to the dangers of Internet and overseas pharmacies.
  Ask the Experts, December 2008
• How Can I Increase My Confidence in Doing Physical Exams? What should I do if I lack confidence when examining patients, regardless of how knowledgeable I am?
  Ask the Experts, December 2008
• How Can I Be Successful on the Job? Many medical trainees are classic overachievers, but too much confidence can get you in trouble.
  Ask the Experts, November 2008
• What Should I Do If I Witness a Medical Error? A medical student who sees an attending physician or resident commit an error must handle the situation ethically and diplomatically.
  Ask the Experts, November 2008
• How Can I Get Involved in Research? I would like to be a research assistant or pursue my own research project. How can I find a suitable professor to work with, and how should I approach one?
  Ask the Experts, November 2008
• How Should I Treat Acute Bacterial Rhinosinusitis? Bacterial rhinosinusitis brings many patients into the office, but how many really need antibiotics?
  Ask the Experts, October 2008
• Can I Change Residency Programs After I Start? These guidelines can help you optimize a residency switch.
  Ask the Experts, October 2008
• How Should I Get Recommendation Letters for Residency? Asking faculty to write letters of recommendation for you can be a daunting -- but doable -- task.
  Ask the Experts, October 2008
• When Should I Refer a Patient for Voice Changes? Evaluating laryngitis in primary care can be tricky -- when does acute become chronic? When is it best to refer?
  Ask the Experts, September 2008
• Is Penicillin Safe in a Patient Allergic to Cephalosporins? Can a patient who is allergic to cephalosporins receive a penicillin-class antimicrobial?
  Ask the Experts, August 2008
• Should Patients With Asthma Receive Beta-Blockers for Heart Problems? Given the risk for bronchospasm associated with beta-blockers, should patients with asthma be taking these medications?
  Ask the Experts, January 2008

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