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A Very Tepid Defense of the Physical Exam

Sensible Medicine

Doctors of a certain age tend to fetishize the physical exam. I think this is because learning the physical exam is an important part of the socialization of the doctor. Though with every passing day I feel more and more like part of the old guard, I can only give the exam a tepid defense.

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Your Health Doesn’t Take a Summer Break: Why June Is the Perfect Time for a Checkup

Minority Nurse

Many doctors will suggest a yearly physical exam to screen for medical issues, but how often you go for a routine exam is up to you. One of the benefits of a routine physical exam is ensuring youre feeling at your best. Here is a list of recommended screenings women ages 18 to 39 can receive.

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Friday Reflection 27: The Poor Historian

Sensible Medicine

Often, the inability of a doctor to obtain a history is actually a physical exam finding – an extremely non-specific finding, but a finding nonetheless. iii] I have had numerous people appear on my schedule with the chief concern of “chest pain” documented by the nurse.

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Telehealth Update from J.D. Power, Amwell, Cigna, GoodRx, and a Trio of Smart Doctors

Health Populi

Amwell also began allying with TytoCare this week, to enable home-based physical exams using med-tech designed for patients’ at-home use. WebMD announced a new service enabling consumers to schedule telehealth visits from the WebMD Care and Vitals platforms.

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Telehealth Analysis: The Pros & Cons

We Care Online

With telehealth, scheduling follow-up appointments is more flexible, making it easier for patients to stay connected with their doctors and adhere to treatment plans. Limited Physical Examinations One of the primary drawbacks of telehealth is that it limits the ability of providers to conduct thorough physical examinations.

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Telehealth Use Among Older Americans: Growing Interest, Remaining Concerns

Health Populi

These included: A clinician’s lack of ability to conduct a physical exam (75% of older people concerned about this). But a telehealth encounter was seen as more convenient than an office visit by 56% of older people. The study identified several key concerns about telehealth visits, shown in the graphic. 24% had privacy concerns.

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5 Reasons Medical Assistant Career Is Perfect for Those Who Love to Help

Northwest Career College

One day, you might assist a physician with a physical exam; the next, you might manage patient records, schedule appointments, or prepare essential equipment. Variety of Tasks Keeps the Job Interesting Since medical assistants perform such a large number of duties, all days are different.