Illinois Health System uses innovative program to pair 24/7 remote patient monitoring with a care team that can respond to data alerts or patient inquiries and act as navigators when patients need to access primary or specialty care.
Authors of a recent study found about 10% of ED patients see no physician.
Early Ethics Education and the Clinical Disconnect
Ethics education in medical school typically begins with theoretical frameworks and hypothetical case studies in the early preclinical years. As clinical responsibilities increase, students often experience a decline in formal ethics instruction. However, there is a way to fight against ethical e...
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Complications and Management
Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), used primarily to treat life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias, increasingly are common among emergency department patients. However, their implantations aren't always without complications.
Noncontraceptive Benefits of Hormonal Contraceptives
Although hormonal contraceptives are widely recognized for their role in preventing pregnancy, emerging evidence underscores their extensive noncontraceptive health benefits. These advantages span across multiple medical conditions, significantly enhancing the quality of life for individuals beyo...
Soul Shock: The Mental Health Crisis in Healthcare Professionals explores moral injury, burnout, depression, and other mental health crises faced by healthcare professionals, including techniques to cope and improve mental health.