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Friday Reflection 27: The Poor Historian

Sensible Medicine

We think with language The first — the saddest, most troublesome, and probably most common – reason that patients are unable to provide a reliable history is because of their impaired language skills. Not only do we use language to communicate, we also use language to think.

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Meeting Psychiatrists’ Technical Needs: A Practice Owner’s Guide to EHR

Valant

Customizable Note Templates The ability to create and customize templates for intake, medical history, therapy notes , and progress notes helps save time and energy. Medication Management Tools E-Prescribing is one of the most important features for psychiatry. Communication with patients is a key part of this.

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Effective Communication Tips for Medical Assistants

Northwest Suburban College

Effective communication is a crucial skill for medical assistants. Whether we are interacting with patients, doctors, or other healthcare team members, our ability to communicate clearly and effectively can significantly impact the quality of care. One of the best ways to build rapport is by showing genuine interest and empathy.

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Role of a Medical Administrative Assistant in Managing Electronic Medical Records

Northwest Career College

What is an Electronic Medical Record? Electronic medical records are, for the most part, an electronic version of the patient chart. They contain a core set of information, including: Medical histories. Results of the diagnostic tests. Medications; treatment plans: The records of the Doctor and the nurse.

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How Physicians Can Use AI to Streamline Their Work

Mobius MD

Specifically, we’ll discuss how AI can: Automate Clinical Documentation Support Clinical Decision-Making Triage Patient Communication Diagnose Medical Images Automate Routine Tasks Each topic includes a Software Spotlight, highlighting practical tools that illustrate AI’s impact in real-world settings.

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How Many Hours Does A Medical Assistant Work?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Document medical histories and reason for the visit. Administrative Duties: Greet patients as they arrive, check them in, and update their medical records. Perform basic lab tests and prepare samples for external labs. Patient Communication: Provide patients with information about medications and special diets.

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Daily Responsibilities of a Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

Our day typically starts with preparing patients for medical exams. We also record their medical history and listen to any concerns they may have. These tasks require precision and a thorough understanding of medical protocols, which we learn during our training.