Avian flu is a cause of emerging fears among citizens and health care providers. In this review article, we provide the practicing Internal Medicine physician with a concise update regarding epidemiology, clini
Most caregivers do not have any formal training for the caregiving role. No two caregiving experiences are the same—the role, experiences, and capacity of a caregiver may change over time. There can be stretches of “good days” and “bad days” for the patient—similarl...
What to Expect at a Visit With Your Primary Care Physician The first time you meet with your primary care physician, the focus will be on providing information. They'll need an understanding of you, your medical history, and your health care needs. They will review your medical records and ...
In addition to stronger religious beliefs, the survey indi- cated that those who think the right to health does not entail free access to all services needed and those who have chosen medicine for pragmatic reasons (including "Because I think it will bring a high income") were also more ...
For example, if the department of surgery really wants one half of a couple, they might encourage the department of internal medicine to accept that person’s partner. A Year-by-Year Breakdown Each year of medical school is different, encompassing its own set of challenges and expectations. ...
Physician (Internal Medicine). New Haven, Connecticut. Dr Norman, Its me!, Dr G. I was one of your parathyroid patients and had my surgery October 10th. Every day I am grateful that I went with you to get it done. Before my surgery I was going through depression, had frequent lower ...
When it comes to what is internal medicine vs family medicine, it can be tough to know where the line is. Careers in internal medicine (IM) and family medicine (FM) have a lot in common, but as we’ll see, there are some important differences between the two specialties. If you...
Much of what you learn in a physiology course about the workings of the human body will be applicable as you rotate through different clinical services such as internal medicine, surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. For example, if you encounter a patient with...
What does asbestos do to humans? Asbestos can cause serious health issues in humans. Tiny asbestos fibers can get stuck in the lungs or abdomen and cause irritation, scarring, and damage after10-50 years. Long-term exposure to asbestos can lead to diseases like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and...
A resident is the consumer of numerous learning sessions designed to provide the knowledge, communication skills, and hands-on "know-how" to succeed as a high-caliber, informed, and caring physician. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) mandates that internal medicine ...