Search results for "Ultrasonography"
Tirzepatide for weight management, at-home STI tests
This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/01/tirzepatide-for-weight-management-at-home-sti-tests.htm
1 Jan 2024
MKSAP Quiz: 2-week history of heat intolerance in pregnancy
A 32-year-old woman is evaluated in the first trimester of pregnancy for a 2-week history of heat intolerance, palpitations, and tremulousness. Her only medication is folic acid. Following a physical examination and laboratory studies, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/01/23/3.htm
23 Jan 2024
Universal health care, alcohol misuse, and the inpatient exam
Readers respond to recent coverage.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/09/letters.htm
1 Sep 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for daytime sleepiness
A 72-year-old man is evaluated for daytime sleepiness. His wife notes that he snores. He sleeps 8 hours each night. On most days of the week, he feels sleepy and will nap for 45 minutes. Following a physical exam and review of a previous procedure, what is the most appropriate test?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/08/08/3.htm
8 Aug 2023
Portable ultrasound scopes out a new role
Enthusiasts argue that point-of-care ultrasonography extends the scope of the physical exam far beyond what can be auscultated through a stethoscope. Detractors worry about overdiagnosis and a loss of medical skills that have intrinsic value. Both sides seek balance when considering how to use this new technology.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/05/ultrasound.htm
1 May 2014
Register now for ACP's live, virtual POCUS Mentorship Program
Upcoming point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) training will help physicians perfect their skills in diagnostic examinations of the lungs, heart, kidneys, bladder, abdomen, and lower extremities.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/02/14/6.htm
14 Feb 2023
Registration extended for ACP's in-person POCUS courses in Chicago
Courses on foundational point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) skills for internists, ultrasound-guided procedures, and advanced skills for outpatient practice will be held in November.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/11/6.htm
11 Oct 2022
Register now for live, in-person POCUS courses in the greater Chicago area
Courses on foundational point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) skills for internists, ultrasound-guided procedures, and advanced skills for outpatient practice will be held in November in Rosemont, Ill.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/08/09/6.htm
9 Aug 2022
ACP releases new POCUS Pathway bundle
The curriculum is developed and taught by seasoned internal medicine physician POCUS experts and targets the practical needs of internal medicine physicians and other primary care physicians.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/06/13/5.htm
13 Jun 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 4-month history of progressive exertional dyspnea
A 57-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-month history of progressive exertional dyspnea and occasional chest pain and palpitations. She has limited cutaneous systemic sclerosis with Raynaud phenomenon and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Following a physical exam and lab tests, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/08/09/3.htm
9 Aug 2022