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Do Not Overestimate Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Medicine…Yet

Ultimately, machine learning is human learning. They are not independent, they are intertwined.

Soy-Based Products Have Useful Dermatologic Applications

Investigators sought to evaluate the effects of soy supplementation or topical application on dermatologic outcomes.

Updated Guidelines for Combined Oral Contraceptives for PCOS

Investigators assessed the use of different combined oral contraceptive pills for the treatment and management of polycystic ovary syndrome, as an update to recent evidence-based guidelines.

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.

Clinicians Treating COPD Often Do Not Follow GOLD Guidelines

A real-world study explored clinician adherence to the 2017 GOLD guideline recommendations for COPD as well as rates of ICS/triple therapy prescription.

ChatGPT and the Future of Health Care

Experts describe how ChatGPT and other AI technologies will transform health care and research.

Technological Advances Promise to Elevate Telemedicine to New Level

Researchers are developing interactive health data visualization software for large multi-touch displays.

PAs and Advanced Airway Training: the Intubation Consternation

Limited access to advanced airway training in graduate programs for PAs limits credentialing in this profession.

COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy, Distrust in Health Authorities Common in Adolescents

Researchers examined perceptions and attitudes among adolescents regarding COVID-19 vaccination.

Insect Bite Management May Be Source of Antibiotic Overuse

Researchers examined the approach general practice clinicians take in the diagnosis and management of insect bites and cellulitis.

US Health Care Crisis: Adults Are Still Skipping Health Care Postpandemic

Patients believe that PAs can be part of the solution to the health care crisis in the US.

Ready for Retirement? Financial Planning for Physicians

It is never too early to start planning for retirement, especially for people entering the medical field.

Proactive Efforts Needed to Ease Work Overload, Burnout in Health Care

In a recently published study, the prevalence of burnout ranged from 45.6% in non-clinical staff to 56.0% in nurses.

Female Physicians Performing Mohs Surgery Earn Significantly Less Than Male Physicians

Researchers sought to evaluate Medicare reimbursement and clinical activity between men and women dermatologic surgeons.

FDA Requires Manufacturers to Provide Mail-Back Envelopes for Opioid Disposal

Approval of the modified Opioid Analgesic REMS is expected in 2024.

Artificial Intelligence Has Potential to Improve Clinical Medicine

Investigators report promising results with an AI algorithm that can identify and distinguish between 2 heart conditions that challenge even expert cardiologists.

Cybercriminals Pose a Growing Threat to Health Care Providers

Ransomware attacks are on the upswing due to the advent of novel technology platforms.

Telehealth Benefits Patients, Addresses Climate Change

Across a statewide academic health system in California, telehealth use cut down on travel distance, time, and cost and reduced the number of injuries and deaths from motor vehicle accidents, according to investigators.

Beauty Industry Collaboration With Medical Students May Offer Consumer, Patient Benefits

The benefits that industry-supported learning opportunities might bring to medical education are discussed.

Medical Practices Face Widespread Staff Shortages

Physician retirements and challenges in recruiting and retaining staff are among the reasons medical practices are struggling with staff shortages.