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American Podiatric Medical Association

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A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction that temporarily block enforcement of the vaccine mandate for health-care workers.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/hospitals/federal-judge-orders-nationwide-pause-cms-covid-19-vaccine-mandate-for-healthcare-workers to view the full article online.

 
Patients in the U.S. continue to express a preference for in-person care over telehealth, according to new research.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/patient-willingness-telehealth-in-person-value-jama-rand/610738/ to view the full article online.

 
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Automated, impersonal communications can erode patient loyalty and satisfaction with their health-care provider.

 

Editor's note: For more articles on communication and other soft skills, visit www.apma.org/softskills

Visit https://www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/happy-healer/95931 to view the full article online.

 

When preparing to engage in mentoring of another physician, it's important to set expectations at the outset.

 

Editor’s note: Check out APMA’s many leadership opportunities for members of all backgrounds, from joining a committee to becoming a mentor. 

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/what-you-need-to-know-about-mentoring-other-doctors to view the full article online.

 
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What Patients are Reading

Seeing a podiatrist is a good idea for adults who have recently acquired flat feet.

 

Editor’s note: Recommend APMA’s running shoe guide for different arch types.

Visit https://www.wellandgood.com/shoes-for-flat-feet/ to view the full article online.

 

Good support and cushioning are among the factors to look for in walking shoes.

 

Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted products and recommend them to your patients. 

Visit https://www.eatthis.com/best-walking-shoes/ to view the full article online.

 

The right shoes can help those with neuropathy reduce the risk of injury.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s peripheral neuropathy information with your patients.  

Visit https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/shoes-for-neuropathy to view the full article online.

 
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There are a number of ways for physicians to help increase the health literacy of their patients.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/patient-support-advocacy/how-doctors-can-help-patients-low-health-literacy to view the full article online.

 

Managing costs and setting up an effective financial system are among the tips for improving a practice's cash flow.

 

Editor's note: APMA and BHG can help you navigate loan forgiveness. Learn more about how BHG can help with your financial needs.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/stop-leaking-money to view the full article online.

 

Training staff and making sure software is fully patched are among the ways to reduce the risk of falling prey to a ransomware attack.

 

Editor’s note: Get help selecting an EHR system with APMA’s Health IT resource page. 

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/7-ways-to-prevent-ransomware-attacks-at-your-practice to view the full article online.

 
Tips for reducing the risk of identity theft include using strong passwords and two-factor authentication.

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/article/how-doctors-can-protect-themselves-from-identity-theft/I4bHXpDtTvPEi8GSOj8Z8 to view the full article online.

 
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