Are they real? And do they work? By Christopher L. Graff, JD, CPA Smaller independent practices, consisting of only a few physicians, are increasingly rare. In today’s healthcare environment, sub-specialist physicians who have no or limited hospital duties tend to be more successful in maintaining their independence, e.g., ophthalmologists and dermatologists, … [Read more...] about Strategies to Maintain a Small, Independent Practice
Companion Diagnostics and Colorectal Cancer
By Michael Schwartz, MD The goal of personalizing cancer treatments by targeting molecular alterations in tumors has seen rapid advances in the past 20 years. Knowledge of the mechanisms associated with cancer initiation and progression has recently improved with the increasing use of molecular techniques, enabling identification of alterations in cancer cells and … [Read more...] about Companion Diagnostics and Colorectal Cancer
Active Aging
By Lori Sprott, ACE-CPT It’s no secret that exercise is important for maintaining health and wellness, regardless of age. The National Institute on Aging has published its Exercise & Physical Activity guide, highlighting what staying active means and the benefits of continuing to move. Physical activity for older adults, according to the Institute, can range … [Read more...] about Active Aging
Increasing Patient Engagement in Your Practice
Many patients want to be involved in managing their health care. Empowering patients to schedule their own appointments and manage correspondence, refills, and prior authorizations can lead to higher levels of patient engagement and satisfaction. Patient engagement initiatives have been found to reduce hospital visits, decrease morbidity and mortality rates, improve treatment … [Read more...] about Increasing Patient Engagement in Your Practice
A new age in oncology care…
…antibodies are allowing the immune system to destroy cancer cells. By Paul Conkling, MD Virginia Oncology Associates On March 6th, President Jimmy Carter stood before one of the Sunday school classes he teaches in Plains, Georgia, and shared a remarkable piece of information. He announced that he no longer needed treatment for cancer – less than seven months … [Read more...] about A new age in oncology care…
