By Thea Pitzen Health care providers who treat minors are likely aware of Virginia’s general laws and regulations regarding such treatment. In most circumstances, you need the consent of the patient’s parent or guardian for any proposed treatment of the minor. But what happens when the patient turns 18? When it comes to medical record access, there are some points to keep … [Read more...] about Medical Records: What Happens When the Patient Turns 18?
Summer 2022
Rising Cases of Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis: How to Have Difficult Conversations with Patients
By Latisha Murray, MD With chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis infection rates higher than ever, the need for thorough patient-provider communication is all the more vital. According to the CDC, U.S. health departments have reported 1.8 million cases of chlamydia, 616,392 cases of gonorrhea, and 129,813 cases of syphilis, a more than 20 percent increase in cases since 2015. … [Read more...] about Rising Cases of Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis: How to Have Difficult Conversations with Patients
What is the Difference Between a Side Business and a Hobby?
By Matthew R. Staul, EA, MBA Many individuals find themselves generating revenue outside of their primary source of income, and it is important to determine if that income can be reported on a Schedule C. If the taxpayer’s side operation is intended to generate a profit, and qualifies based on the IRS regulations, then they can take deductions on expenses related to the … [Read more...] about What is the Difference Between a Side Business and a Hobby?
Improved Options for Radiotherapy Patients with Brain Metastases
By Jason T. Shumadine, MD New radiation techniques for patients with multiple brain metastases significantly reduce treatment times and, thanks to extremely precise delivery and dosing, spare more healthy tissue to avoid troubling side effects. While cancers of various origins can spread to the brain via the bloodstream, the majority of systemic treatments such as … [Read more...] about Improved Options for Radiotherapy Patients with Brain Metastases
Psychological Interventions for Chronic Pain
By Andrew L. Martin, PsyD The American Psychological Association is currently developing the first-ever clinical practice guidelines for behavioral treatment of chronic pain. The Veterans Administration (VA) and the Department of Health and Human Services have both conducted separate systematic literature reviews with the following findings and recommendations: 1) Strong … [Read more...] about Psychological Interventions for Chronic Pain
