| October 25, 2018
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In This Issue |
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National News
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What PATIENTS Are Reading
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The Department of Health and Human Services intends to continue its role in facilitating health-care's transformation to value-based care and to incentivize innovation, according to HHS Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan.
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While there is no one-size-fits-all strategy for implementing telehealth services, some general guidelines can apply in many situations.
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A majority of physicians responding to a recent survey included that EHR selection had a negative effect on their practice's finances.
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A new study finds that physicians with a negative view of their electronic health records system were more likely to be pessimistic in general at the practice level.
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Reasons why physicians at small, independent practices tend to experience less burnout than other physicians may include a greater sense of autonomy and more opportunity to get to know their patients.
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A positive online presence and a commitment to being responsive to the needs to patients are keys to building and maintaining awareness of a practice's brand.
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Wearing worn-out shoes, not switching up the shoes you wear on a day-to-day basis and not letting your feet breathe are among the common ways people fail to take care of their feet.
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The incidence of plantar fasciitis has grown to alarming levels in the U.S., but treatment options are available.
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When persistent foot or heel pain occurs, it's important to consult with a podiatrist, who can determine the best treatment.
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Custom orthotics can help ease discomfort resulting from a number of foot conditions.
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Finding time to volunteer can be difficult with a physician's schedule, but the potential benefits can include improved self-confidence and lower stress levels, among others.
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Physicians and surgeons are second on the list, with only financial managers having a more extreme gender pay gap, according to a new study.
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Appropriate empathy on the part of physicians can have a positive effect on patient satisfaction and, potentially, on patient outcomes.
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| Disclaimer: Stories from sources other than APMA do not necessarily reflect APMA positions or policies. APMA does not endorse these stories. This content appears in the News Brief to enhance members' understanding of how media coverage shapes perceptions of podiatric medicine, and to educate members about what their patients, legislators and other healthcare professionals are seeing in the media. |
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