Decreasing VAP Risk in the ED

Decreasing VAP Risk in the ED | Feature

January 28, 2013

Efforts are needed to implement interventions to reduce ventilator-associated pneumonia risk in the ED setting and to make prevention a higher priority.

Examining Chronic Opioid Use in TKA | Feature

January 27, 2013

Physicians should take time to educate patients about the risks associated with chronic opioid use. Surgical results may not be optimal if patients chronically use these powerful medications before TKA.

Remediation & Attrition in General Surgery Residents | Feature

A new study has found that about one-third of general surgery residents require remediation to successfully complete their program, but attrition rates are low. Findings suggest that surgeon educators should closely examine the potential sources of these deficiencies to adequately prepare future surgeons.

Guidelines Update: Preventive Treatments for Migraine | Feature

January 25, 2013

Updated guidelines on migraine from the American Academy of Neurology address the safety and efficacy of pharmacologic therapies for migraine prevention, including prescription, OTC drugs, and complementary therapies.

Society of Thoracic Surgeons 2013 Annual Meeting | Conference Coverage

January 24, 2013

New research is being presented at the Society of Thoracic Surgeons 2013 Annual Meeting, from January 26 to 30 in Los Angeles.…

Discussing New Cancer Prevention Guidelines | Feature

January 22, 2013

Guidelines from the American Cancer Society are intended to empower patients to prevent cancer with proper nutrition and physical activity. Elisa V. Bandera, MD, PhD, discusses why a supportive social and physical environment is paramount.

Comparing Rural and Urban Care in HIV | Feature

While patients with HIV/AIDS who live in non-urban areas share many of the same characteristics of those who live in urban areas, there are important differences that can impact healthcare access and outcomes. Better representation of these patients in research is warranted.