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Analyzing Outcomes for Adults Admitted to Trauma Centers | Feature

June 12, 2013

In-hospital mortality and major complication rates for adult trauma patients appear to be improving. Death rates have declined most dramatically for those presenting to EDs with moderate or severe trauma injuries.

Adopting Evidence-Based Medicine in the Surgical Suite | Opinion Article

June 11, 2013

Dr. Counihan and his colleagues at Berkshire Medical Center collaborated with a clinical team to develop an evidence-based colectomy module.

Strategies for Managing Hepatitis and HE | Opinion Article

June 10, 2013

An early diagnosis is pivotal to managing hepatitis. However, most patients with hepatitis remain undiagnosed until cirrhosis develops.

Making the Most of Social Media | Feature

Physicians can benefit greatly from using social media to assist their care of patients, but it's important to recognize potential dangers. Social media may be more necessary than ever to offset inaccurate and negative online information about physicians.

Reducing SSIs in Colorectal Surgery | Feature

June 6, 2013

A project directed by the Joint Commission Center for Transforming Healthcare has been shown to reduce surgical site infections (SSIs) in patients undergoing colorectal surgery. Findings suggest that avoiding these SSIs can lead to millions of dollars in cost savings.

Bronchitis in the ED: Analyzing Antibiotic Use | Feature

June 4, 2013

Although current guidelines recommend against the use of antibiotics in uncomplicated acute bronchitis, as most are viral in etiology, a recent analysis found that they are still grossly overprescribed.

How Nurse Burnout Affects Hospital-Acquired Infections | Feature

May 31, 2013

Reducing nurse burnout by 30% could prevent more than 4,000 UTIs and more than 2,200 SSIs each year and save up to $69 million annually in healthcare costs.

The Impact of Chronic Lung Disease in MI | Feature

May 30, 2013

Patients with chronic lung disease are more likely to die or be hospitalized from cardiovascular disease than from any other disease.

Guidelines for Managing Stable Ischemic Heart Disease | Feature

Several medical societies have collaborated to develop guidelines that provide a framework for clinicians to diagnose and manage patients with stable ischemic heart disease.

Improving ED Communication & Patient Throughput | Opinion Article

Hospitals that take action to improve patient flow and care transitions are likely to see improvements in patient health and outcomes while saving healthcare dollars.