The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), based in Charleston, is widely regarded as an industry leader in telehealth with a robust, high-volume telehealth program that touches not only MUSC’s local community but also impacts patients throughout the state. In 2017, MUSC was one of two academic health systems recognized by the federal government as… Read More: Medi-Cal Telehealth Proposal Called ‘Remarkable Step Forward’ »
Legal nurse consultants play a crucial role in the litigation process in bridging the gap between medical claims and judicial systems. Certified legal nurse consultants are well-trained and utilize their clinical experience and specialized education to investigate medical-related problems associated with a worker compensation claim. They possess the ability to accurately interrupt the medical records… Read More: What Legal Nurse Consultants Do to Keep the Medical Cost… »
Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium, is usually found in the stomach. It does not always cause problems, but some strains are linked to ulcers and gastritis. Now, scientists have found that one H. pylori strain can increase the risk of stomach cancer. Researchers have identified the bacterial strain that may contribute to the development of stomach… Read More: Medical News Today: Do bacteria cause stomach cancer? »
BY ANISH KOKA MD The hottest medical school in the country right now is the New York University School of Medicine thanks to the gift of a generous benefactor that promises to make medical school free for all current and future medical students. The news was met by elation from the medical community of physicians… Read More: Does free medical school decrease social justice? »