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The Ongoing Challenge of Attracting and Retaining Health Care Providers

The pandemic has accelerated the number of clinicians retiring from practice.

Video Profile: AAPA President Jennifer M. Orozco, MMS, PA-C, DFAAPA

Video interview with Ms Orozco on her path to leadership, views on mentorship, AAPA presidency goals, and tips for new PA graduates and on avoiding burnout.

Colorectal Cancer Has High Economic Burden

Researchers aimed to assess the economic burden of colorectal cancer across Europe.

Medical Billing Outsourcing Is on the Rise

Contracting with outside firms to handle medical billing can be a smart financial move for some medical practices.

Increasing Lupus Clinical Trial Participation Among Black Women: Addressing Racism Through Communication and Community Engagement

Using Critical Race Theory, lead study author Rodlescia S. Sneed, PhD, MPH, and team assess the impact of racism on the representation of Black women with systemic lupus erythematosus in clinical trials, and highlight the need for interventions in this area.

How the University of Mississippi is Overcoming Gaps in Rural Dermatology Care

A presentation at the 2021 Summer Meeting of the AAD reviews the novel approaches taken by the University of Mississippi, Department of Dermatology to address gaps in rural care.

Guidelines for Caring for Muslim Women Who Wear a Hijab

Recommendations for the delivery of culturally sensitive healthcare for women who wear a hijab is provided.

A Multifactorial Approach to Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Researchers provided practical tips and management approach strategies for the treatment of severe irritable bowel syndrome.

Language in Patient Records Can Convey More Than Medical History

The language in a patient’s medical record can convey information not only about the patient’s condition but about the attitude of the clinician writing the report.

COVID-19’s Continuing Toll: Increasing Alcohol Use and Liver Disease Disproportionately Affect Women

To discuss the potential factors driving the increasing alcohol use among women as well as potential solutions, we interviewed David Streem, MD, and Leena P. Mittal, MD, FACLP.

Disparities in Gastroenterology: Health Equity Begins with Cancer Screenings

Unmitigated health disparities remain a persistent challenge throughout gastroenterology practice.

Reducing Social Isolation Is Key to Successful Aging

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, that more than 60% of US adults were lonely; these numbers only increased during the pandemic. Clinicians should focus more time on the psychological and social factors of aging to improve the quality of life of the elderly.

Commentary: Neurologists on Palliative Care Communication

Diane E. Meier, the Director of the Center to Advance Palliative Care, discusses how neurologists can increase quality palliative care communication and encourage better clinician/patient confidence and care.

Microscopic Colitis: New PPI Data

The exact pathophysiology of microscopic colitis is not completely understood, though PPIs and NSAIDs are 2 medications commonly implicated for triggering the inflammatory process.

Life After Medicine: Doctors on How They’ve Tackled Retirement

We speak to two doctors about life after hanging up their white coats.

Low FODMAP Diet and IBD: A Potential Option?

Current research indicates that short-term utilization of an LFD may help ameliorate some mild IBS symptoms associated with quiescent IBD, while further long term studies are still needed.

Success of Fecal Immunochemical Colorectal Cancer Screening Program Dependent on Colonoscopy Compliance

Researchers analyzed whether non-compliance with colonoscopy following a positive FIT is associated with CRC incidence and mortality.

AHA/ACC Consensus Statement on Medical Professionalism and Ethics

The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology believe there is “no better time to review and take a fresh perspective on medical ethics and professionalism in the light of established norms and current stressors.”

Do PAs Need a Doctoral Degree?

Study weighs benefits of the doctoral degree as more faculty jobs require it.

Percutaneous Methods are Superior to Endoscopic Ultrasound for Liver Biopsies

Researchers conducted a randomized trial comparing specimen quality and financial costs between PC and EUS-guided liver biopsy methods.