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Physicians are trained to save lives and provide critical care in emergencies, but what happens when a doctor encounters a medical crisis outside of their regular practice? Whether it’s an accident on the road or a medical emergency in a public setting, physicians may...
Healthcare providers are obligated to safeguard patients’ medical records. Mental health records should particularly be handled delicately because they hold confidential information about a person’s mental treatment journey. So, what happens when a healthcare provider...
Working in the medical profession often entails making a major commitment to one's career. People do not simply network their way into careers as physicians or nurses. They must complete extensive education requirements and pass state tests to obtain professional...
The path to a successful and lucrative medical career begins with an extensive education. Those who want to become physicians invest years and tens of thousands of dollars to become eligible for a medical license. Aspiring doctors have to obtain an undergraduate...
In the demanding world of healthcare, taking an extended break, such as a month off, might seem like a luxury few can afford. However, this concept is similar to the idea of academics taking a sabbatical. This effort can result in immense value for your personal...
Medical professionals rely on a combination of referrals from other professionals and their community reputation to connect with new patients. Occasionally, existing patients may take issue with the services that they received and could leave a very negative online...
People often ask about how they can start their own “med spa,” or medical spa. This kind of operation can be set up in many different forms. For instance, some practices provide Botox treatments, laser treatments, IV infusions and much more. Overall, a medical spa may...
Anywhere that people congregate, there is the possibility of some kind of medical emergency arising. People could have a heart attack at an amusement park or experience an allergic reaction due to contamination of their meal at a restaurant. Similarly, any medical...
For decades, physicians and hospitals have maintained a delicate balance of patient care and privacy. Recent legislative action has changed this balance and requires providers to assume disclosure of Electronic Health Information (EHI) is appropriate unless there is a...
Advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) include nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists and nurse midwives – and they often serve as primary caregivers to many patients. Since Sept. 20, 2017, when HB313 (Public Act 100-0513) was signed into Illinois law,...