2015 Article Archives

Coping With Chronic Pain

May 11, 2015 at 11:43 am by steve

When Is It Time To Refer? Pain can be a survival trait, warning us of imminent danger or the need to seek help. It can be a vital sign providing clues in diagnosing an acute.... Read More

UAB Kicks Off Clinical Study of Drug to Treat Preeclampsia, Decrease Infant Mortality

May 11, 2015 at 11:43 am by steve

An ongoing Phase III clinical trial for a drug to treat preeclampsia in pregnant women enrolled its first patient at UAB. A successful outcome using this drug could be a signi.... Read More

House Passes Permanent Doc Fix Bill to Repeal SGR

May 11, 2015 at 11:43 am by steve

The House of Representatives voted on March 26, 2015 to pass the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015. The Bill proposes to permanently repeal the Medicare sus.... Read More

Where Have All the Practice Administrators Gone?

May 11, 2015 at 11:43 am by steve

“There’s already a shortage, and it’s going to get worse,” says Jim Stroud, a CPA with the Warren Averett healthcare consulting group. According to loc.... Read More

When the Hurt Goes On

May 11, 2015 at 11:43 am by steve

Empowering Patients to Cope With Chronic Pain Few things make a person feel as helpless as relentless pain. When you wake up in the morning, the only thing you can be sure o.... Read More