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Mashup Score: 6American College of Physicians | KevinMD.com - 17 hour(s) ago
The American College of Physicians is the largest medical specialty organization in the United States, boasting members in over 145 countries worldwide. ACP’s membership encompasses 161,000 internal medicine physicians, related subspecialists, and medical students. Internal medicine physicians are specialists who utilize scientific knowledge and clinical expertise for diagnosing, treating, and providing compassionate care to adults, spanning from those in good health to individuals with complex illnesses. Stay connected with ACP on X @ACPIMPhysicians, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram @acpimphysicians.
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Mashup Score: 9Why rethinking cancer risk is critical to addressing rising cancer rates in young adults - 3 day(s) ago
A healthy 25-year-old man with no risk factors was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer, highlighting the urgent need for better cancer risk prediction and early detection, as cancer rates are rising in younger populations due to complex causes beyond traditional risk factors.
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Why rethinking cancer risk is critical to addressing rising cancer rates in young adults https://t.co/88S9iCylNM via @kevinmd Important piece by @LeciaSequist!
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We dive into the essential skills every physician needs to master in contract negotiation. Internal medicine physician Miguel Villagra offers practical advice on navigating the complex clauses and legal language, sharing key strategies for securing a fair, comprehensive agreement that supports career growth and personal well-being. From understanding contract types to leveraging market data and avoiding common pitfalls, Miguel’s insights empower physicians to negotiate with confidence and clarity.
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Dive into the essential skills every physician needs to master in contract negotiation https://t.co/73RAeMFSIy
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Mashup Score: 1The flu vaccine doesn’t cause the flu. Period. - 4 day(s) ago
So let’s please put this myth to rest. The flu vaccine doesn’t cause the flu.
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The flu vaccine doesn’t cause the flu. Period. [10/22/17] @DrJenGunter @kevinmd https://t.co/9PxXyAEXYj
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The U.S. Department of Justice has begun using artificial intelligence (AI) to enforce health care regulations, deploying it to detect and penalize perceived violations, drawing an unsettling parallel to Spielberg’s Minority Report where pre-crime tactics prevent offenses before they occur, leaving physicians wary of the technology’s potential reach and unintended consequences.
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The use of artificial intelligence in the enforcement of health care regulations https://t.co/G7DmONAUDK via @kevinmd
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Mashup Score: 13The unexpected truth about restless legs syndrome treatments - 15 day(s) ago
New guidelines warn that medications long used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS) may actually worsen symptoms over time.
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Thanks, @kevinmd for publishing my article highlighting the major change in the way #RLS is managed. Dopamine agonists are dangerous. Better options are available. https://t.co/hG7mdrTxq4
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Mashup Score: 0Physician burnout is a threat, no different from the spread of a virus—here's how to fix it - 1 year(s) ago
Physician burnout, akin to a viral spread, threatens patient care, but can be fixed through value-based care.
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Is this true? Because it sounds too good to be true… “value-based care centers on capturing only essential data for improving patient outcomes, freeing up physicians to focus on patient care, even if there isn’t an associated billing code” https://t.co/XThExxQ1Ji
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Mashup Score: 0Stepping into the unknown: reflections of an intern on July 1st - 1 year(s) ago
I reflect on the first day of my intern year and share six possible “do-over” recommendations if I went back in time.
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Stepping into the unknown: reflections of an intern on July 1st https://t.co/m6CPBRj3EZ via @ashabbir
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Mashup Score: 2Will artificial intelligence replace physicians? - 1 year(s) ago
The integration of AI in routine medical care may replace providers who rely solely on algorithms, but physicians who practice the art of medicine with compassion and insight will always be irreplaceable by artificial intelligence.
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Will artificial intelligence replace physicians? https://t.co/pMrK8pXnHh
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Mashup Score: 1C. difficile: a dangerous bug takes hold in communities - 1 year(s) ago
Carol Raye’s devastating experience with Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) highlights the urgent need for healthcare providers to focus on prevention, appropriate antibiotic use, and patient education to mitigate the rising trend of community-associated infections and their long-term impacts.
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"Health care prescribers should focus on using the right antibiotics for the proper amount of time anytime they prescribe these medications for patients." @Larry_Kociolek https://t.co/6M5lL05LRO
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ACP Treasurer @drjanetj discusses the challenges of being a medical student and how patient insights can help shape your medical journey with @kevinmd. Read her column and watch her podcast episode: https://t.co/b9RztBUZID https://t.co/LtvfRfmVXX