Second Opinion

Genetic Discrimination 01.04.2007 4:01 ↓

Many people are at high risk for genetic diseases but fear the discrimination that would result from being tested for the condition.  New legislation aims to protect the public...

Banking Cord Blood 18.03.2007 3:54 ↓

Companies promote banking of umbilical cord blood as life-saving and the ultimate gift to a your new born but the data suggests otherwise. Further, doctors often promote the expensive procedure to parents without disclosing that they are receiving a referral fee from the companies...

Religion in Medicine 11.03.2007 3:58 ↓

A surgeon invites a patient to pray with him prior to beginning surgery.  Have those who suggest doctors bring religion to their practice of medicine gone to far?

Emergency Room Overuse 04.03.2007 4:00 ↓

Why do emergency rooms seem so overcrowded?  Is there a way to unload busy ERs?

Tackling Obesity 25.02.2007 3:58 ↓

It is easy for us doctors to point fingers and tell overweight people to lose weight.  But this approach isn't working and it's time for some mandatory social interventions that will benefit us all.

Case Managers 18.02.2007 4:00 ↓

Caring for people with dementia is complicated and the traditional medical system can offer little in the way of support.  In one study case managers, a relatively new member of the health care team, seem to provide dramatic results.

A Request for an MRI 11.02.2007 4:00 ↓

While technology can offer significant advancements in health, it is not always needed and often only serves to drive up health care costs.

The Electronic Medical Record 21.01.2007 4:00 ↓

The President and major hospital groups are pushing to move toward electronic medical records (EMRs).  Will these improve the quality of health care?

Disease and Illness 12.11.2006 3:53 ↓

Susan, a 56 year old nurse, suffers from difuse body pains. She's no longer able to work as a visiting nurse and she's unable to play the violin. At first her docors had hunches over the cause of her symptoms and over the course of many visits tried hard to diagnose the problem. She feels like she's had nearly every single medical test possible to the tune of tens of thousands of dollars. Yet, she...