A Diary Of Deaths Reminds Doctor Of Life
In everyday medical care, the practice of reflection is too often overlooked. Remembrance is what makes us human. Keeping tabs on who has died over the years keeps one doctor humble.
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California Ballot Measure Pits Doctors Against Lawyers
Proposition 46 tackles painkiller abuse, malpractice caps and mandatory drug and alcohol testing of doctors. Backers say the law would enhance patient safety, but doctors say the cost is too high.
5 Things We Learned From New Database Of Payments To Doctors
Royalty and licensing payments accounted for almost a third of the amount paid to doctors by drug and device companies. The total exceeded the amount spent on speeches, consulting and meals.
4 Years Of Lessons Learned About Drugmakers' Payments To Doctors
American doctors received at least $1.4 billion in payments from drug companies last year. What did the companies get for their money?
Database Flaws Cloud Sunshine On Industry Payments To Doctors
A federal website set to go live Tuesday will disclose drug and device companies' ties to doctors. The release marks a milestone, but could be misleading for patients checking up on their doctors.
Martha Zarway Of Monrovia: 'I'm A Doctor, So We Can't Run Away'
The Liberian physician, who operates a clinic in the capital, perseveres in the wake of a colleague's death, possibly from Ebola. She and her staff continue to treat patients.
Cardiologist Speaks From The Heart About America's Medical System
In his new memoir, Doctored, Sandeep Jauhar describes a growing discontent among doctors and how it's affecting patients. He says rushed doctors are often practicing "defensive medicine."
Patients With Low-Cost Insurance Struggle To Find Specialists
A Houston internist who supported the Affordable Care Act now finds that many of her patients who bought less expensive coverage have trouble getting the specialized care they need.
Doctor Helps Iowa Couple Face Illness On Their Own Terms
Dr. Tim Ihrig has almost become a member of the Avelleyra family. He's helping Augie and Phyllis, who've been married 60 years, lead the best lives they can under trying health circumstances. When Phyllis was diagnosed with congestive heart failure, Ihrig asked what she wanted from the rest of her life.
So You Found An Exchange Plan. But Can You Find A Provider?
Many health plans being offered on the New York state insurance marketplace do not include some of New York City's biggest hospitals in their networks. And across the state, many doctors say they are not yet participating in exchange plans at all.