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      Essential tremor is often mistaken for Parkinson’s disease, but management is distinctly different. Efstathios Kondylis, MD, of Henry Ford Health, shares more.

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Jan 30, 2026 ·
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What doctors wish patients knew about essential tremor

Essential tremor is often mistaken for Parkinson’s disease, but management is distinctly different. Efstathios Kondylis, MD, of Henry Ford Health, shares more.

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Jan 20, 2026 ·
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Which specialties are more likely to have locum tenens physicians?

Physicians emerging from residency or fellowship training may find more locum tenens roles in certain specialties. Learn more.

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Jan 20, 2026 ·
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What ERAS application changes could mean for future Match cycles

Starting with the 2027 residency-application cycle, a change to the platform most specialties use may boost emphasis on peer-reviewed research.

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Jan 26, 2026 ·
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AMA statement on immigration enforcement at hospitals

The AMA issued a statement today expressing concern about immigration enforcement in health care settings.

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Jan 28, 2026 ·
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From day 1 to Match Day, these medical student specialty picks stick

Choosing your physician specialty? Data reveals which specialties are most “sticky” and which ones are picked most often by those who change direction.

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UPDATED
Jan 23, 2026 ·
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CPT® code set overview

Find out what the CPT® code is, the types of CPT there are, how they are created and how to apply for a code.

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Jan 26, 2026 ·
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CPT® Evaluation and Management

On Nov. 1, 2019, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a historic provision in the 2020 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule.

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Jan 12, 2026 ·
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1 in 3 NPs and PAs switch specialties at least once in career

New AMA survey finds that when nurse practitioners and physician assistants switch up, they often do so without formal training in the specialty.

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Jan 16, 2026 ·
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How hard is it to fill jobs in your physician specialty?

New data shows how nationwide doctor shortages play out for health care employers—and how hiring timelines vary by specialty.

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