Business of Medicine
Opinion
Should You Offer Medical Credit Cards?
Traditionally, these cards were used to help cover procedures insurance didn't cover -- such as cosmetic procedures -- but over the years, they...
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Doctors Endorsing Products on X May Not Disclose Company Ties
Researchers review posts by physicians on X, looking for key words that might indicate that the posts were intended as endorsements of a product...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA Expands Durvalumab Label to Endometrial Cancer
Approval of the new indication was based on the phase 3 DUO-E trial, which included women with newly diagnosed advanced or recurrent dMMR...
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Surgeons Most Likely to Behave Unprofessionally: Study
“When things that are outside the control of the surgeon don’t go well that can lead to increased frustration and negative emotions, which will...
Commentary
DEA Training Mandate: 8 Hours of My Life I’d Like Back
Dr. Walton-Shirley describes changes needed to renew DEA licenses so that others who prescribe very few narcotics do not have to spend so much...
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AMA Wrestles With AI But Acts on Prior Authorization, Other Concerns
One resolution would establish “augmented intelligence” as the preferred term for AI, reflecting the desired role of these tools in supporting —...
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Ob.Gyns. Among Specialists Least Satisfied with Pay
This year, ob.gyn. compensation is up 4%, putting their pay in the middle of all physicians.
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Florida Allows Doctors To Perform C-Sections Outside of Hospitals
Though touted as providing more options for pregnant patients, ob.gyns. and hospitals warn about dangers.
Conference Coverage
Carefully Designing De-escalation Trials in Breast Cancer
Doctors highlight several strategies for designing de-escalation trials.
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The ASCO Annual Meeting Starts This Week
More than 7000 abstracts were submitted for this year’s meeting a new record — and over 5000 were selected for presentation.
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Culture of Sexual Harassment, Bullying Plagues Ob.Gyn.
Even in this female-dominated field, a systematic evidence review found harassment by other physicians and even operating room staff to be common...