Authors


Abby Bleistein, MD

Latest:

Leading Risk Factors Associated with Childhood Obesity: A Primer for Practitioners

How do low socioeconomic status and adverse childhood experiences tie into pediatric obesity? Here, an overview for practitioners.


Shelton Hager, MD

Latest:

Q&A: Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Devices and Technologies

Wade Brosius, DO, Shelton Hager, MD, and Steven Peskin, MD, answer questions relating to diabetic retinopathy screening devices and highlight novel technologies utilized in this space.


Lori Davis, MD

Latest:

Optimizing PTSD Treatment: The Role of Brexpiprazole and Sertraline in Future Guidelines

Brexpiprazole and sertraline showed promise for PTSD treatment in a recent study. Lead author, Lori Davis, MD, discusses clinical findings, treatment guidelines, and future research directions.


Ethan Lazarus, MD

Latest:

Prioritizing Mental Health: Applying Person-First Approaches to Care

When addressing mental health with patients with obesity, a thoughtful approach that balances psychological health and weight loss is critical, explains Dr Ethan Lazarus.


Dhiren Patel, PharmD

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Final Pearls and Takeaways for Testing and Managing CKD

Experts wrap up their discussion of emerging chronic kidney disease tests and treatments with key takeaways for providers and patients.


Keith A. Reynolds

Latest:

Primary Viewpoints: Immunizations with Dr Steven P. Furr

"Primary Viewpoints," a podcast from Patient Care Online, brings you an exclusive interview with Steven P. Furr, former president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.


Todd W. Frieze, MD

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Biotin, Benign Modules, and Final Takeaways

Todd W. Frieze, MD, concludes this series discussing differences in benign vs cancerous tumors and key final takeaways.


Caissa Troutman, MD

Latest:

Hypertension Management in Patients with Obesity: 3 Pearls for Primary Care

Caissa Troutman, MD, shares 3 key strategies for managing hypertension in patients with obesity in primary care.


Amy Houtrow, MD, PhD, MPH

Latest:

"We are Great Medical Home Neighbors," Says Pediatric PM&R Physician Amy Houtrow, MD, PhD, MPH

Collaboration among care team members is a key ingredient to effective support for children with disabilities and this specialist says her welcome mat is out for her neighbors.


Candace Westgate, DO, MPH, FACOG

Latest:

The Future of Multi-Cancer Early Detection

To close this series, experts explore the challenges and guideline gaps in multi-cancer early detection while considering its potential impact on patient care, accessibility, and improved outcomes.


Laura Biscaldi

Latest:

FDA Advisory Committee Vote Unanimous on Harmonizing COVID Vaccine Formulations

The FDA and CDC must adopt the VRBPAC recommendation before it can be considered for implementation.


Richard J Auchus, MD, PhD

Latest:

Expert Perspectives 2024: Breakthrough Therapy for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia with PI Richard Auchus, MD, PhD

The lead investigator of the largest clinical trial program in people with CAH discusses the condition, its burden, and the novel drug just approved that will change lives.


Steven Edelman, MD

Latest:

Key Insights and Practical Tips: Wisdom from UCSD Practitioners for Effective T1D Management

The panel of experts from UCSD concludes the discussion on delaying the onset of stage 3 T1D by providing key takeaways and clinical advice on the treatment of patients with this condition.


Harold E. Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FNLA, FASPC

Latest:

Role of Bempedoic Acid in Clinical Practice

Experts discuss key takeaways from the review article “Role of Bempedoic Acid in Clinical Practice”, clinical implications, and the greatly anticipated CLEAR Outcomes trial.


Rachel Lutz

Latest:

CDC Updates HCV Screening Guidelines to Increase Linkage to Care

The CDC update recommends ending screening strategies that require multiple clinic visits for sample collection, favoring 1 visit and automatic HCV RNA testing.



Sandra Fyfe

Latest:

ACIP 2023 Vaccination Schedule Update, At-a-Glance

Among the CDC vaccine advisory group's recommendations are adding COVID-19 vaccines to the Vaccine for Children program and allowing PCV20 shots for those who previously received PCV13.



Wickham Simonds, MD

Latest:

Social Determinants of Obesity: Treating Urban & Rural Patients

Social determinants of health vary between patients living in different environments, so what are the key factors to consider when creating a treatment plan?


Mike Hollan

Latest:

Moderna launches COVID booster campaign

The “Do It For You & Them” campaign focuses on the impact that virus has on day-to-day lives.


Davy James

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Novel Weight Loss Entrant from Amgen Challenges Duration of Effect and Dosing with Wegovy, Zepbound

Amgen's investigational maridebart cafraglutide in a phase 1 trial led to durable weight reduction following less frequent and lower doses, the company said.


Charles Montano, MD

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Key Takeaways for the Management of MDD

Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC; Charles Montano, MD; and Gus Alva, MD, DFAPA, provide take-home messages for the management of patients with MDD and other depressive disorders.


Shagun Bindlish, MD, Dipl, ABOM, ACLM

Latest:

Sleep & Obesity: How to Prescribe Better Sleep for Patients

Educating patients with obesity about the link between poor sleep and weight gain is crucial. Review 5 key elements for achieving better sleep, here.


Elizabeth Swanson, MD, FAAD

Latest:

Emergence of Trichophyton Indotineae: A Call for Culture-Driven Antifungal Therapy

Elizabeth Swanson, MD, shares how the rise of T.indotineae, a terbinafine-resistant fungal species, has shifted her treatment approach.


Dominique Williams, MD, MPH

Latest:

Conversations Around Pediatric Obesity: Communicating with Compassion

Weight management in children and adolescents with obesity requires unique sensitivity to the physical and emotional needs of these vulnerable pediatric patients.


Alex Tessnow, MD

Latest:

Key Final Takeaways on Treating Elderly Patients With Hypothyroidism

Alex Tessnow, MD, concludes this series with key final takeaways.


John E. Anderson, MD

Latest:

Key Takeaways and Practice Pearls from Leading KOLs on Diabetes Management in Older Adults

The medical experts conclude by summarizing essential insights and practical tips for effectively managing diabetes in elderly patients.


Charles Nakar, MD

Latest:

The Most Common Bleeding Disorder in Your Patients Could be Hiding in Plain Sight

von Willebrand disease affects up to 1% of the population yet diagnosis is delayed an average of 16 years after onset of symptoms, especially in women.


Jeremey Schreiber, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Latest:

Practice Pearls for Optimizing MDD Treatment

Greg Mattingly, MD, and Jeremey Schreiber, MSN, PMHNP-BC, provide their practice pearls for community psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners who care for patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) to optimize their treatment and management.


Karli Burridge, PA-C, MMS

Latest:

Helping Patients with Obesity Age Healthier and Happier

Three diets that can help patients with obesity age healthier, how to make nutrition personal, and more highlighted, here.

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