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Which Residency Programs Support Research?
As someone who is preparing to be an MD/PhD, how do I go about looking for a residency with an environment that also sees medical research as a part of my training?
Medscape Med Students, August 2008
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What Do Pathologic Skin Lesions in Elderly Patients Look Like?
What are some of the most common premalignant and malignant lesions seen in older patients, and what do they look like?
Medscape Nurses, August 2008
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Does Breast-Feeding Improve Child Cognitive Development?
Dr. George Lundberg discusses how breast-feeding may improve child cognitive development.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, August 2008
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Apparent Life-Threatening Events Linked to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome?
A study published in the March 2008 issue of the Journal of Pediatrics looks at whether ALTEs are related to SIDS.
Medscape Pediatrics, August 2008
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Short vs Long Intravenous Antibiotic Treatment of Acute Pyelonephritis in Children
A study published in the March 2008 issue of Pediatrics looks at whether a short course of IV antibiotics will result in more scarring than a long course.
August 2008
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Which Diet is Best? Have the Behaviorists Failed Us?
In his video blog, Dr. Black discusses the recent New England Journal of Medicine comparison of diets -- and makes several important observations about what this means for clinicians, going forward.
Medscape Cardiology, August 2008
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Why Should I Report an Adverse Drug Event?
Individual clinicians can play a vital role in detecting potentially serious adverse drug events -- and the safety of our drug supply depends on them.
Medscape Pharmacists, August 2008
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P-4-P? How about P-B4-P?
A new twist on a popular new language by Bob Morrow, MD, in his latest video blog for the "Transparent Practice" series.
Medscape Family Medicine, August 2008
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What Is My Legal Obligation if I Allow an Intoxicated Patient to Drive Home?
Can you be sued if you allow an intoxicated patient to drive home from an appointment?
Medscape Nurses, August 2008
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Protective Effect of Circumcision on Rates of STIs?
A study published in the March 2008 issue of the Journal of Pediatrics makes use of data from a New Zealand birth cohort.
Medscape Pediatrics, August 2008
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Adolescent Depression
When initial SSRI treatment fails, what are the next steps for treating adolescent depression. In his latest videoblog, Dr. Robert Findling discusses combining behavioral and pharmacologic therapy.
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, August 2008
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When Your Patients and In-laws Ask Whether They Should Receive the Shingles Vaccine
In his most recent videoblog, Paul Auwaerter, MD, discusses the shingles vaccine and its implications for inquiring patients, in-laws, and healthcare providers.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, August 2008
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Community-Acquired Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Infections: Changes in Practice Required?
CA-MRSA incidence is on the rise. Accurate early diagnosis and appropriate management are key factors in improving patient outcomes.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, August 2008
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Conservative Therapy Taught in Primary Care Setting Improves Reflux Symptoms in Infants?
A study published in the March 2008 issue of the Journal of Pediatrics looks at interventions for GER.
Medscape Pediatrics, August 2008
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Retooling for an Aging America
Harvey V. Fineberg, MD, President, Institute of Medicine, Washington, DC, discusses the impact of the "baby boomer" generation on medicine.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, August 2008
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California Data Do Not Support a Link Between Thimerosal in Vaccines and Autism
A study published in the January 2008 issue of the Archives of General Psychiatry looks at California Department of Developmental Services data.
August 2008
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Serum D-Dimer and Aortic Dissection
Rapid and accurate detection of aortic dissection is critical to managing patients with chest pain or suspected ACS in the ED. Are serum D-dimer levels a safe and effective measure to "rule out" AD?
Medscape Emergency Medicine, August 2008
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Is Oral Prednisolone Effective in Weaning Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia From Supplemental Oxygen?
A study published in the February 2008 issue of Pediatrics looks at whether short courses of oral steroids can help wean infants from oxygen supplementation.
Medscape Pediatrics, August 2008
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Physicians for Sale: How Medical Professional Organizations Exploit Their Members
To improve the state of US healthcare, physicians need to rethink what their profession is and identify what they need to do to regain their professional integrity.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, July 2008
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What Should I Bring on Overnight Call?
This "Top 10" list could make your overnight shifts just a little more comfortable and productive.
Medscape Med Students, July 2008
