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Rare Genomics Institute Brings Hope To Rare Disease Patients

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By Romina Ortiz, COO and vice president of patient advocacy, Rare Genomics Institute. Sometimes, the answer never comes; conventional diagnostics does not always provide a diagnosis for diseases […]. Illegal copying is prohibited.

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6 Ways ER and Urgent Care Nurses Can Bridge the Gap for Uninsured Patients

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By participating in hospital committees or local healthcare councils, nurses can influence broader policy initiatives to improve access and reduce costs for uninsured patients. Advocacy also involves educating patients about their rights and the healthcare resources available, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.

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Top Physicians and Clinicians to Follow in Digital Health

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She's an active voice for patient advocacy and possesses a fervent passion for writing and speaking. Always a lifelong learner, she has relished teaching the university student, resident, nurse, EMT, physician assistant and patient through her volunteer work with the Sepsis Alliance (sepsis.org).

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