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This Diabetes Awareness Month, APMA has launched a public awareness campaign to make Hispanic men more aware of the foot complications that can occur with diabetes.

 

Editor's note: Take advantage of campaign resources at www.apma.org/diabetes. Download the toolkit today!

Visit https://www.phillyvoice.com/diabetes-feet-problems-neuropathy/ to view the full article online.

 

To be a successful leader, you must be willing to listen, be present, and be flexible, according to one physician executive.

 

Editor's note: For more leadership articles like this one, visit www.apma.org/softskills.

Visit https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/clinical-care/new-chief-physician-executive-shares-keys-leadership-success to view the full article online.

 
The AMA is working to get Congress to reconsider physician payment cuts when Medicare is used for payment.

 

Editor's note: APMA is currently reviewing the rule and will provide full analysis soon and comment as necessary. If you have questions, contact APMA’s Health Policy and Practice department at healthpolicy.hpp@apma.org.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/cms-physician-payment-rule-promotes-greater-access-telehealth-services-diabetes-prevention to view the full article online.

 
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Using medical software and being proactive about no-shows and scheduling are among the tips.

Visit https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/16375-patient-scheduling-tips.html to view the full article online.

 
As legislators consider the future of telehealth regulations following the pandemic, experts stress the importance of not reducing access in a way that disproportionately affects women. 

 

Editor's note: APMA has resources for members navigating telehealth during the COVID-19 public health crisis. 

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/women-more-likely-telehealth-patients-providers-covid-19-pandemic/608153/ to view the full article online.

 
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What Patients are Reading
What researchers call "verbal dominance" is a known issue in the medical field. 

Visit https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/26/magazine/remember-what-your-doctor-says.html to view the full article online.

 

Good traction and being waterproof are among the things to look for in winter shoes and boots.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s Tips on Choosing Boots with your patients. 

Visit https://www.today.com/shop/best-shoes-boots-walking-snow-ice-t235491 to view the full article online.

 
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From shoes not fitting to lack of support, there are a variety of reasons why your feet might hurt on a regular basis.

Visit https://parade.com/1285475/jenniferlarson/why-do-my-feet-hurt/ to view the full article online.

 
As the holiday travel season approaches, here is an important tip regarding being barefoot while traveling.

Visit https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/never-airplane-bathroom-experts-warn-120416047.html to view the full article online.

 

COVID-19 is not the only reason behind physician burnout, revealed by a survey.

 

Editor's note: Are you struggling? Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for help.

Visit https://www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/what-s-behind-physician-burnout to view the full article online.

 
Data analytics can help physicians in a variety of ways.

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/physiciansense/three-ways-data-analytics-can-help-physicians/ to view the full article online.

 
With telehealth, scheduling visits and showing files and documentation can all be done online.

Visit https://www.msms.org/About-MSMS/News-Media/interoperable-telehealth-patient-safety-considerations to view the full article online.

 
Physicians continue to make financial improvements despite the increasing expenses of supplies and drugs.

Visit https://revcycleintelligence.com/news/healthcare-expenses-continue-to-rise-while-hospital-volumes-decline to view the full article online.

 
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