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“Tiny hip replacement” for the thumb helps restore function

Patients with thumb arthritis may regain pain-free movement sooner with a tiny joint implant, but careful selection and surgeon training matter.

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What doctors want patients to know about osteoarthritis

Joint pain and stiffness may signal osteoarthritis. Learn more about the symptoms of osteoarthritis, risk factors and treatments that can help.

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What doctors want patients to know about rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a debilitating disease characterized by painful inflammation and joint deformities. Two rheumatologists share more about RA. 

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 11, 2021

In the news: Anxiety, depression in a pandemic, arthritis in U.S. adults, USPSTF draft guidance on low dose aspirin, FDA guidance on salt in foods, Moderna booster for 65+.

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Evaluate Musculoskeletal Pain CME

Learn to evaluate, treat and manage musculoskeletal pain for patients young and old while earning CME credits.

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Kaplan USMLE Step 1 prep: Which serum markers will be found?

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. The case: A 62-year-old woman with a history of arthritis comes to the physician for follow-up examination. Which serum markers will be found?

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Kaplan USMLE Step 1 Prep Questions
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USMLE Step 1: Which test for patient with rheumatoid arthritis?

A 54-year-old man’s rheumatoid arthritis is not responding to NSAIDs. Which test should be ordered to address his concerns?

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Kaplan USMLE Step 1 Prep Questions