Search results for "Certification"
Letters to the Editor
Readers respond with challenges to the need for Maintenance of Certification, debate on the value of accountable care organizations and electronic health records, and a self-reflection on why one reader became a physician.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/09/letters.htm
1 Sep 2013
Behind the scenes at ACP, policy can improve patient care
By carefully crafting evidence-based policies, ACP can influence regulatory agencies and advocate for better patient care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/11/presidents.htm
1 Nov 2016
MKSAP Quiz: Persistent itching, odor of the feet
A 19-year-old man is evaluated for 4 to 5 months of persistent itching, thickening of the skin, and odor of the feet. He also has hyperhidrosis of the palms and soles. Medical history is otherwise unremarkable, and he takes no medications. Following a physical exam and skin scrapings, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/03/mksap-quiz-persistent-itching-odor-of-the-feet.htm
1 Mar 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for increasing fatigue
An 81-year-old man is evaluated for increasing fatigue. He has no other symptoms to report. Medical history is significant for diabetes mellitus and hypertension. He does not drink alcohol or smoke. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next to evaluate this patient's anemia?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/09/mksap-quiz-evaluation-for-increasing-fatigue.htm
1 Sep 2019
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up evaluation for hyperthyroidism
A 55-year-old woman is seen during a follow-up evaluation for hyperthyroidism that was diagnosed 1 week ago. Thyroid examination revealed a palpable right thyroid nodule. Following a physical exam and a thyroid scan, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/04/mksap-quiz-follow-up-evaluation-for-hyperthyroidism.htm
1 Apr 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 8-week history of a spreading rash
A 63-year-old man is evaluated for an 8-week history of a spreading rash on the feet and legs, fatigue, and arthralgia. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/05/mksap-quiz-8-week-history-of-a-spreading-rash.htm
1 May 2023
Register for upcoming ACP Virtual Live Board Review courses
During the five-day courses, learners will be able to compare their answers to their peers' in real time to gauge their personal progress and ask questions of the faculty.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/23/6.htm
23 Mar 2021
Candidates announced for Board of Governors Chair-elect
David R. Hilden, MD, FACP, and Priya Radhakrishnan, MD, FACP, are seeking election as Chair-elect Designee of the Board of Governors.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/09/candidates-announced-for-board-of-governors-chair-elect.htm
1 Sep 2021
Maintaining the sanity of maintenance of certification
ACP seeks ways to make maintenance of certification more educational, professionally fulfilling, and relevant to the practice of internal medicine.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/presidents.htm
1 Jun 2014
MKSAP Quiz: New rash on legs
A 32-year-old woman is evaluated for a new rash on her legs. She was diagnosed with pyelonephritis 4 days ago and was started on a 7-day regimen of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole based on urine culture and sensitivity data; her urinary symptoms have improved. Medical history includes Hashimoto thyroiditis treated with levothyroxine; her dose was increased 4 weeks ago based on thyroid function studies. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/06/mksap-quiz-new-rash-on-legs.htm
1 Jun 2018