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Chronic pain program provides model for small practices

New laws in Kentucky meant to curb opioid misuse were drafted from the standpoint of law enforcement and not medical practice, leading to areas of confusion for clinicians and their staff. ACP created a model that practices could follow to improve care for patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/11/success.htm
1 Nov 2015

Integrative therapies may complement care

A growing base of evidence suggests that certain treatments may have a place in physicians' repertoires as part of a holistic approach to health.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/03/CAM.htm
1 Mar 2016

Long-term view for chronic pancreatitis

Unlike acute cases of pancreatitis, chronic cases present with varying degrees and types of pain, and without other clinical indicators such as calcification or damage to pancreatic ducts. It's best to refer to a gastroenterologist early to clarify the diagnosis, so the internist can better manage the patient.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/01/pancreatitis.htm
1 Jan 2014

States aim to limit opioid prescriptions

In an effort to curb the nation's opioid crisis, state legislators are pursuing laws to limit prescribing, resulting in pushback from some doctors worried about the clinical implications, or in some cases physicians backing off from treating chronic pain patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/10/laws.htm
1 Oct 2016

New methadone safety clinical practice guideline released

New guidelines for prescribing methadone for opioid addiction and pain management offer advice for primary care and specialty providers about safety and electrocardiogram monitoring to identify patients at high risk for cardiac problems.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/05/06/2.htm
6 May 2014

In the News

New opioid therapy guidelines released; PFO closure may help migraines.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/04/in-the-news.htm
1 Apr 2009

Practice Tips: Documenting opioid management is as important as doing it

It's important to protect your practice by documenting opioid management in the medical record and adhering to extra regulatory requirements.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/07/tips.htm
1 Jul 2013

First AI device approved to detect diabetic retinopathy

This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/06/first-ai-device-approved-to-detect-diabetic-retinopathy.htm
1 Jun 2018

What's new in other College publications

ACP Hospitalist, ACP mobile content, ACP Press, and ACP QI programs.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/11/highlights.htm
1 Nov 2008

Reducing the risks of opioid management

Patients with known drug-seeking behavior can be managed by establishing and closely following office procedures.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/06/tips.htm
1 Jun 2013

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