To combat the rampant opioid addiction problem, new laws were introduced to limit prescription opioids. The new laws may be addressing concerns pertaining to addiction but they have created a number of problems for physicians. Although doctors aren’t objecting to the laws, they are claiming that their introduction is causing unnecessary administrative issues that are […]
For centuries, opioids have been the go to for physicians and medical practitioners when treating conditions involving pain. Opioids are in most cases recommended for the relief of acute short term pain caused by various illnesses and conditions. Unfortunately, there are certain concerns and difficulties faced by physicians today with regard to the use of opioids […]
With all the information available on the Internet, it doesn’t take long for patients to pick the best hospitals for their care. The internet is filled with informative articles, reports and several other platforms that allow patients to screen available hospitals before choosing one. There are websites that rate and review hospitals based on certain […]
Pain is a common symptom for many medical conditions. According to Medical Director and Pain Management Specialist, Dr. Nathan Nuefield, “patients often find out they have cancer because of pain.” The pain they experience is what forces them to seek medical help. Pain in Cancer Patients Unfortunately, cancer and pain go hand in hand. The […]
According to an analysis by the National Health Interview Survey, quite a large number of Americans today experience some level of pain, ranging from minor to more chronic conditions. It was found that as many as 25.3 million American adults have experienced symptoms of physical pain every single day in the last 3 months. An estimated […]
Individuals that have gone to school as medical assistants will likely apply for entry-level jobs as a CMA (certified medical assistant). Working as a CMA is rewarding and it helps to know that you’re working in a field that you were trained for. However after a few years into their careers, a medical assistant’s duties […]
In some industries showing off academic achievements on the resume sets top applicants apart from the other; the healthcare industry works a little differently. Reputable healthcare institutions will always look for candidates with sufficient experience, meaning applicants have to develop a resume that shows a balance of academic achievements and relevant experience. Are you a […]