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Drew Boxler

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The 10 Best States for Physicians

Some states that are better for physicians than others in terms of finances, competition, and other criteria. Partner site Physicians Practice crunched the numbers for you.


Abby Bleistein, MD

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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

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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.


Carolyn Stolte, CRNP

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Closing Thoughts With Patient Cases: Choosing the Right Topical Treatment for Patients With Atopic Dermatitis

Panelists discuss how choosing topical treatments requires individualized therapy considering factors such as affected body areas, disease severity, patient age, formulation preferences, and insurance coverage.


Lori Davis, MD

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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

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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

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HHS Secretary RFK, Jr, Cancels July 10 USPSTF Meeting, Prompting Fear Across Primary Care Professional Groups

The abrupt cancellation, without warning or cause, has medical groups and health care leaders concerned about patient access to no-cost preventive services.


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.


Marla Shapiro CM‎, MDCM, CCFP, MHSC

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Marla Shapiro, CM‎, MDCM, on Recognizing Early Perimenopause: Sleep, Mood, and Other Missed Clues

Subtle sleep, mood, and cycle changes may herald perimenopause. Dr. Marla Shapiro discusses how clinicians can recognize and address them early.


Caissa Troutman, MD

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Overcoming Barriers in Obesity and Hypertension Management: Practical Strategies for Physicians

Caissa Troutman, member of the Obesity Medicine Association, emphasizes the importance of shared decision-making in overcoming barriers.


Amy Houtrow, MD, PhD, MPH

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"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

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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

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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

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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

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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.


Brad Glick, DO, MPH

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When the Diagnosis is Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome, a Compassionate, Collaborative History is Essential

RAD 2025: Brad Glick, DO, MPH, discusses the intensity of TSW symptoms and cautions against assuming there is mental health disturbance at work.


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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Obesity and Venous Disease: Risk Factors and Key Diagnostic Challenges

Shagun Bindlish, MD, board member of the American Diabetes Association, discusses challenges to diagnosing and treating venous disease in patients with obesity.


Elizabeth Swanson, MD, FAAD

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Atopic Dermatitis in Focus: 3 Expert Pearls for Primary Care

RAD 2025: Expert insights on the psychosocial burden of AD, flexible dosing, and cross-specialty collaboration in pediatric care.


Dominique Williams, MD, MPH

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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.


Monu Khanna, MD

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The Obesity–Cardiometabolic Link: Root Causes, Screening, and Primary Care's Role

Obesity medicine specialist Monu Khanna, MD, discusses the critical role of primary care in obesity-related risk reduction through lifestyle, behavior, and emerging therapies.

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