Batya Swift Yasgur, MA, LMSW

First impressions are an important part of the patient-physician relationship, because they can affect the quality of the relationship well beyond the initial encounter.

To shed light on this re-emerging phenomenon of physician house calls, MPR interviewed three experts.

This second article devoted to cybersecurity takes a closer look at protecting patients’ privacy.

Michael J Sacopulos, JD, CEO of Medical Risk Institute, sheds light on issues of cybersecurity in medical practices.

Issues that affect employees in all industries are compounded by a unique set of additional concerns that affect employees of medical practices.

Despite their advantages, many clinicians do not necessarily agree with the centrality or content of CPGs. Others — especially primary care physicians (PCPs) — are overwhelmed by the vast and ever-increasing numbers of guidelines issued by multiple societies.

Several notable medical societies have issued ethical statements discouraging physicians from treating family members and friends.

Physicians should prepare for an increasing number of older patients by developing a greater understanding of this population.

Many physicians avoid asking patients about sensitive topics such substance abuse or sexual activity during routine medical histories.