Confidentiality vs. Transparency in health care.
18Sep11
Health Care Privacy Primer
12Sep11
Bedside Manner
When you think of bedside manner, what type of person comes to mind? I often hear people comment on the bedside manner of various doctors. But what about all of the other folks who care for patients in and around hospital settings? Reader Elizabeth O’Malley sent in this guest post, which among other things reminds [...]
4Sep11
Doctors on Labor Day
A Physician’s paean to Labor Day.
14Aug11
When “Everything’s Fine” Isn’t
Mr. Alexander, a retired cop, was 73 when I became his doctor. His previous physician had left our practice. The diagnoses listed in his chart included high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol; all were well managed on appropriate medication. “Any problems?” I asked. “Nope. Feeling good,” he replied. I asked about his [...]
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Posted in aging, narrative, patient experience, primary care
Tagged clinical inertia, Dementia, masking
Tagged clinical inertia, Dementia, masking
10Jul11
Debunking Medical Urban Legend
A rare instance in which health insurers are on the high ground.