Originally cited from the works of Dr. Donald Berwick and the Institute of Medicine, 6 aims for health care improvement remain prudent today. The following are the Institute of Medicine's six aims for health care improvement for both hospitals and all physician services: Safe - Operational systems are in place; implement protocols Effective … [Read more...]
Hospital-Based Emergency Care – Still at the Breaking Point
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Physician News: Chewing Herbal Amphetamine Increases Risk of Death
Chewing herbal amphetamine (khat) increases risk of death and stroke in patients with heart disease, so says researchers in a recent study published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association. Researchers find that there are worse in-hospital outcomes among acute coronary syndrome patients who chew khat. In particular, khat chewers … [Read more...]
iPad System Extremely Useful Tool for Hospital Physicians
It seems technology is advancing the lives of hospital physicians, allowing them to approach patient care more effectively and efficiently, while maximizing the capabilities of nurses. “A Florida hospital has developed a system for wireless real-time monitoring and reprogramming of cardiac devices, including pacemakers and defibrillators, using … [Read more...]
Redesigned ACOs More Physician-Friendly
Hospital physicians, outsourced physicians and most other patient care providers have expressed mixed feelings about anticipated changes to Medicare Accountable Care Organizations. However, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently redesigned ACOs, making them more physician-friendly. “As many as 270 ACO networks are expected to … [Read more...]