Search results for "Ethics"
Internist searches for answers when test results go missing
An internist is surprised by a patient's previous blood work, which shows a dramatic rise in PSA levels. There is no evidence in the medical record that the patient was informed of, or that the internist acted upon, the prior abnormal PSA result. However, the internist is certain she never saw it. What should she do next?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/04/ethics.htm
1 Apr 2009
After a physician dies by suicide
Doctors are paying more attention to the issue of suicide within their profession. The full scope of the problem is unknown, but increased awareness and access to resources can encourage physicians to reach out for help.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/09/after-a-physician-dies-by-suicide.htm
1 Sep 2021
Busting COVID-19 vaccination myths
Misinformation and disinformation campaigns have contributed to the death toll of the COVID-19 pandemic. Internists can effectively counter this and encourage vaccinations.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/11/busting-covid-19-vaccination-myths.htm
1 Nov 2021
Doctors debate the ethics of assisted suicide
The medical community and the world at large are looking at how physician-assisted suicide has played out in Washington, Oregon and Montana. Are these states a bellwether or a death knell for legalizing the issue elsewhere? And how should physicians respond when presented with such requests from their patients?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/07/suicide.htm
1 Jul 2010
ACP offers resources to help physicians navigate telehealth technology
Physicians can get help understanding options, insurance coverage, and billing codes for providing telehealth and explore ACP's related calculator, case study, white paper, podcast, and policy recommendations.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/11/26/5.htm
26 Nov 2019
ACP urges doctors to focus on ‘hidden curriculum’
Among other recommendations, faculty and senior clinicians should model empathy, encourage reflection and discussion of positive and negative behaviors in the training environment, and promote clinician wellness.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/03/06/4.htm
6 Mar 2018
16th annual Global Forum discusses threat of rising drug prices
At ACP's Global Forum in San Diego, attendees discussed how pharmaceutical pricing constitutes an overall health threat to patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/11/16th-annual-global-forum-discusses-threat-of-rising-drug-prices.htm
1 Nov 2023
Q&A: How to fight impostor phenomenon
High-achieving individuals, like physicians, often think they don't deserve their success, and this can lead to higher rates of burnout.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/05/how-to-fight-impostor-phenomenon.htm
1 May 2023
Universal health care: Why not?
The College recommends universal coverage, independent of a person's health status, income, employment, or place of residence, with essential benefits, adequate access, and lower administrative costs.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/06/universal-health-care-why-not.htm
1 Jun 2023
Nominees named for College Officer and Regent positions
The Governance Committee of the American College of Physicians places in nomination candidates for Officer and Regent positions.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/11/officers.htm
1 Nov 2016