Sleep disturbances are a common complication associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). A new clinical practice guideline has now been published by the American Academy of Neurology to provide strategies for addressing sleep disturbances in children and adolescents with the disorder. The guideline was developed based on a review of relevant … [Read more...]
Melatonin May Improve Sleep in Those with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Coronavirus Can Be Detected in Patient Saliva
A new study published in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases has found that the coronavirus strain that is spreading globally – COVID-19 – can be detected in patients’ saliva. If saliva can in fact be used to diagnose COVID-19, this approach could be valuable not only for patients but also for emergency physicians, hospital physicians, and … [Read more...]
The Qualities of a Good Telemedicine Physician
Technology is, without a doubt, essential to a successful telemedicine program. But other than the technology of a telemedicine program, the physician is also an important part of the program. A telemedicine physician keeps the entire program together and creates connections with their patients. These connections become the basis for a speedy … [Read more...]
Doctors Utilize ‘Pain Contracts’ to Monitor Narcotic Use by Patients
A friend of mine was put on an opioid to manage chronic neck pain, which she had suffered as a result of an auto accident. She takes the narcotic daily, and is concerned when she is about to run out, because she experiences withdrawal symptoms. The accident happened more than a year ago and she knows that she does not need the medicine anymore, but … [Read more...]
Careless Medical Errors Add to Poor Patient Quality
I have touched on the subject of hospital-acquired errors in recent blog posts, because quite frankly, I believe America has bred some of the most talented and capable physician service providers, who are better than this. It has become a fact that many people who are need of patient care, fear what could happen during a hospital stay, as much if … [Read more...]