Search results for "Dermatology"
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation of a firm, darkly pigmented papule
A 50-year-old man is evaluated for a firm, darkly pigmented papule on his back that has been growing steadily over a period of several months. The skin lesion is a 0.5-cm darkly pigmented, raised plaque with irregular borders and inconsistent coloration. A skin biopsy is performed and shows malignant melanoma on pathologic examination. What is the primary feature used to determine prognosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/12/05/3.htm
5 Dec 2017
Most doctors sued for malpractice never pay a claim
While most physicians are sued for malpractice at least once during their careers, the vast majority will never have to make an indemnity payment.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/08/23/1.htm
23 Aug 2011
Undiagnosed diseases program tries to crack the tough cases
When a condition stumps the experts, the experts turn to a center of last resort, the federal Undiagnosed Diseases Program at the National Institutes of Health. Medical teams take a “big picture” view and a fresh eye to pick up on what may have been missed.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/05/mystery.htm
1 May 2012
Adding cosmetic procedures lifts internists' sagging incomes
Stagnating incomes encourage some primary care physicians to add botulinum toxin injections and chemical peels to their menu of services.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/02/cosmetics.htm
1 Feb 2008
Recapping the highlights of Internal Medicine 2009
ACP Internist digests the best of Internal Medicine 2009, including standing-room only sessions and the introduction of interactive coverage, including e-mail digests, blogs and Twitter.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/06/editors.htm
1 Jun 2009
Finding and treating a tricky disorder
Hypercalcemia's causes run the gamut from the benign to the serious. Its diagnosis is just the beginning for a physician.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/03/editors.htm
1 Mar 2012
Studies assess responses, reactions to vaccines; long-term effects of COVID-19 infection
Recent COVID-19 vaccine studies showed good response in pregnant women, as well as possible localized rashes from the Moderna vaccine. Analyses of ICU patients and those treated at a post-COVID-19 clinic highlighted the long-term effects of the virus, and a study found that dialysis patients maintained antibodies six months after COVID-19 infection.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/18/1.htm
18 May 2021
Meetings offer doctors personal, professional enrichment
ACP provides internists with a wealth of learning opportunities at Internal Medicine 2009.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/03/presidents.htm
1 Mar 2009
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for a changing mole
A 26-year-old woman is evaluated for a changing mole on her left lower leg. She says it is getting bigger and darker. The patient is 5 weeks pregnant. Her only medication is a prenatal vitamin. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/04/07/3.htm
7 Apr 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 2 weeks of painful lumps on legs
A 23-year-old woman is evaluated for 2 weeks of painful lumps on her legs. The lumps persist for several days and make it difficult for her to go to work as a waitress. She is a college student in Ohio where she has lived her whole life. She has not traveled outside of the state for the last 2 years. Following a physical exam and change in contraception, what test should be done next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/01/07/3.htm
7 Jan 2020