http://www.amednews.com/ Medical news from the news source for America's physicians en-us Newspaper Medical news Mon, 21 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT Copyright 2011 American Medical Association http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/images/rss.gif http://www.amednews.com/ 88 31 The news source for America's physicians http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/05/21/prsa0521.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/05/21/prsa0521.htmThe initiative, aimed at reducing liability claims, is similar to disclosure efforts at academic medical centers in Michigan and California.Mon, 21 May 2012 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/05/14/prl20514.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/05/14/prl20514.htmAn independent entity modeled after the National Transportation Safety Board could transform patient safety, proponents argue. Skeptics say the agency would be redundant.Mon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/05/14/hlsb0514.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/05/14/hlsb0514.htmMany risks can’t be identified until a medication is on the market and used by a large group of patients over time, a new report says.Mon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 GMTHealth http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/04/30/gvsb0430.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/04/30/gvsb0430.htmA House subcommittee adds legislative language on shortages to the user-fee reauthorization bill.Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/04/23/hlsb0423.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2012/04/23/hlsb0423.htmCalifornia health professionals develop a project for primary care doctors in training that focuses on evidence-based immunization data and common myths.Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMTHealth http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/12/19/prca1219.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/12/19/prca1219.htmIn the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physiciansMon, 19 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/12/12/edsa1212.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/12/12/edsa1212.htmAMA delegates call on the Association to advocate that manufacturers be required to develop a plan for continuity of drug supply to avoid production shortages.Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMTOpinion http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/12/12/bisc1212.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/12/12/bisc1212.htmNow parents can replace a diaper without worrying about their babies' safety.Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMTBusiness http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/28/prsc1128.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/28/prsc1128.htmDelegates take steps to protect patients and ensure proper supervision of certain procedures.Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/28/prl11128.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/28/prl11128.htmThe AMA house backs such recommendations as mandating public notification of market withdrawals up to a year in advance.Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/21/prsa1121.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/21/prsa1121.htmEMRs and other computerized medical systems can harm patients, a report says. If a voluntary approach fails, the FDA should regulate.Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/21/prca1121.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/11/21/prca1121.htmIn the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physiciansMon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/31/prsb1031.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/31/prsb1031.htmQuick investigations of adverse events followed by compensation for patients help save $3.2 million annually.Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/03/prsb1003.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/03/prsb1003.htmA new ACGME rule requires disclosure, but too much information could backfire.Mon, 3 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/03/prl11003.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/03/prl11003.htmSome physicians say the change could come at a cost, because the information would be delivered without the context of an explanation.Mon, 3 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/03/hlsa1003.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/10/03/hlsa1003.htmHealth professionals worry that an unfounded claim by the presidential candidate could cause parents to refuse the immunization for their daughters.Mon, 3 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMTHealth http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/26/gvsc0926.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/26/gvsc0926.htmThe measure prevented physicians from querying patients about firearms in their homes unless it was pertinent to medical records.Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/12/prsb0912.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/12/prsb0912.htmHospitals looking to save money or fill nursing gaps in emergency departments may be harming patient safety.Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/12/edsa0912.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/12/edsa0912.htmOther Views on Medical News - Commentary from other news and opinion sourcesMon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMTOpinion http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/05/hlsa0905.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/09/05/hlsa0905.htmAn IOM review of more than 1,000 studies finds that vaccinations have few side effects, which are either short-term or readily treated.Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMTHealth http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/29/prca0829.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/29/prca0829.htmIn the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physiciansMon, 29 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/29/bisb0829.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/29/bisb0829.htmSome companies deleted their sites after the policy change, citing no FDA guidance on whether adverse drug events posted on social media must be reported.Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMTBusiness http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/22/prsa0822.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/22/prsa0822.htmFollowing infection-control precautions to the letter can be challenging, but the CDC says impregnated sponge dressings and catheters help.Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/15/prsa0815.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/15/prsa0815.htmTo err is human. To tell the world about the cases when things went wrong requires courage.Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/01/prsb0801.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/01/prsb0801.htmSocializing with surgical teams and steering clear of "jerks" when recruiting could improve communication and patient safety, a study says.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/01/prl20801.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/01/prl20801.htmProduction delays and quality issues have led to nationwide shortfalls that could mean the difference between life and death.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/01/edca0801.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/08/01/edca0801.htmAMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practiceMon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMTOpinion http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/25/gvsb0725.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/25/gvsb0725.htmFunding for a second round of state grants has not been approved by Congress, and GOP lawmakers question President Obama's support for alternative liability solutions.Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/25/bica0725.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/25/bica0725.htmTechnically Speaking - A practical look at information technology issues and usageMon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMTBusiness http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/18/prsb0718.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/18/prsb0718.htmOversights, including sloppy scheduling and the choice of marker, can result in tragic mistakes.Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/11/prsa0711.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/07/11/prsa0711.htmNew ACGME rules require fewer work hours, increased supervision and a renewed emphasis on quality.Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/27/hlsa0627.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/27/hlsa0627.htmOrdering too many medications puts patient safety at risk, avoids long-term solutions and raises costs, a study says.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMTHealth http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/27/prsa0627.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/27/prsa0627.htmThe medical mistakes once touted as "never events" have widely influenced public reporting and payment policies.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/27/prsb0627.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/27/prsb0627.htmHospital officials say the measure would increase liability costs and present challenges to infection control. Physicians question the logistics of videographers in the OR.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/20/prca0620.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/20/prca0620.htmIn the Courts - A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians.Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/13/bisb0613.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/13/bisb0613.htmSome of those risks can put patients in jeopardy in the first few weeks of implementation, a study finds.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMTBusiness http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/13/gvsc0613.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/13/gvsc0613.htmFederal health officials expect only limited savings in part because a third of states already limit Medicaid fees for medically acquired conditions.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/13/prl20613.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/06/13/prl20613.htmReviewing drug lists and making sure patients understand how to take their medicines are two keys to preventing problems.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/30/edsa0530.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/30/edsa0530.htmThe Obama administration is spending $1 billion and partnering with the medical community to prevent injuries in hospitals and lower readmissions. EditorialMon, 30 May 2011 12:00:00 GMTOpinion http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/23/prl20523.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/23/prl20523.htmIn a move physician organizations say endangers patients, a recent law allows optometrists to perform some laser surgeries.Mon, 23 May 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/09/prca0509.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/09/prca0509.htmEthics Forum - A column that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice.Mon, 09 May 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/09/prl20509.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/09/prl20509.htmSeveral have passed or are considering legislation to publish disciplinary, criminal and liability histories, or otherwise increase transparency of the process.Mon, 09 May 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/02/prl20502.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/02/prl20502.htmPainkillers are among the top medications sending patients to hospitals. A White House plan would mandate physician training on prescribing opioids.Mon, 02 May 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/25/gvl10425.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/25/gvl10425.htmThe AMA and others in organized medicine have joined the HHS Partnership for Patients, which focuses on reducing hospital-acquired illnesses and readmissions.Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/25/gvsb0425.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/25/gvsb0425.htmA compromise removes civil and criminal penalties for asking about gun ownership but would refer physicians to the medical board for "harassing" gun-owning patients.Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/18/gvl10418.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/18/gvl10418.htmThe proposed rule for accountable care organizations allows physicians to share quality rewards, but some experts question how many will buy into the program.Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/18/prl20418.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/04/18/prl20418.htmMany adverse events can be prevented, providing what a patient safety expert calls "humongous opportunities for improvement."Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/28/bica0328.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/28/bica0328.htmTechnically Speaking - A practical look at information technology issues and usage.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMTBusiness http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/28/hll10328.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/28/hll10328.htmDoctors can ease people's worries by having the best and most up-to-date information and helping to educate patients.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMTHealth http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/21/gvsc0321.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/21/gvsc0321.htmJustices will decide if generic drugmakers are responsible for side-effect warning failures by brand-name companies.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMTGovernment http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/21/prsa0321.htmhttp://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/03/21/prsa0321.htmAn exhibit of small items the patients of Chevalier Jackson, MD, swallowed in the late 1800s and early 1900s is on display in Philadelphia.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMTProfession