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April 18, 2024 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
National News
Lower Extremity Review
One-third of all treadmill injuries treated in U.S. Emergency Departments involve the lower extremity.
 
Axios
Facing grueling work conditions and debilitating student debt, new doctors are considering unionizing to protect themselves.
 
Medscape
In studies comparing AI diagnoses to those from human doctors, chatbots like ChatGPT made the correct diagnosis 97% of the time compared to 87% from humans.
 
Healthcare IT News
The widespread adaptation of electronic health records has drastically increased the number of patient-physician inbox messages.
 
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Medical Economics
Following the Change Healthcare cyberattack, the House of Representatives’ Energy and Commerce Committee’s Health Subcommittee held its “Examining Health Sector Cybersecurity In The Wake Of The Change Healthcare Attack” hearing.
 
Editor's note: APMA members are encouraged to take advantage of our new resource page to assist you if you have been impacted by the ransomware cyberattack on Change Healthcare.
 
Podiatry Today
When considering a new job opportunity, it’s vital to thoroughly review the benefits of the contact before signing.
 
Editor’s note: Check out our contract negotiation presentation and more in APMA’s Young Physician Transition Series.  
 
Revcycle Intelligence
Consolidation in healthcare has led to hospitals, health systems and other corporate entities hiring more physicians than private practices.
 
American Medical Association
An overabundance of unnecessary regulatory policies is contributing to physician burnout.
 
Editor’s note: Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for many resources to help you manage physician burnout.
 
CBS Sports
So-called super shoes, which use specialized materials to make running more comfortable, have dominated the marathon scene.
 
Editor's note: Tell your patients about APMA's list of athletic shoes given the APMA Seal of Acceptance
 
TRAVEL + LEISURE
When planning for a vacation, a great pair of sneakers are an essential item on the packing list.
 
Cleveland Clinic
Problems with the feet can indicate a wide range of health issues, from diabetes to poor circulation to nerve damage.
 
 
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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