153 Results for "cardiovascular disease"

You’ve likely seen this in clinic. A patient checks in with a blood pressure of 128/72 mm Hg. Nothing jumps out. But after you recommend home monitoring, they return with readings averaging 142/84. Th

For years, physicians treating patients with obesity had a limited toolkit for weight management. The results were often disappointing, while the stigma for overweight and obese patients could be over

Lung injury associated with vaping began to appear in the summer of 2019 and has caused deaths in at least 21 states. EVALI (Ecigarette/Vaping Associated Lung Injury) patients often appear with system

Choosing a medical specialty can be challenging for students preparing for residency training, especially when comparing career paths that seem similar at first glance. Many aspiring physicians find i

Recertification is one of the most stressful milestones a physician assistant faces, and the traditional exam format has added unnecessary pressure to an already demanding process. The Physician Assis

Preparing for the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) board exam is a major milestone in the path to internal medicine board certification. It marks an important stage in a physician's professi

Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is the cornerstone of post-percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) management. By combining a P2Y12 receptor inhibitor and aspirin, cardiologists can reduce the risk

A renown obesity medicine physician-scientist explains where these new medications fit in and how to manage patients taking them. She also offers tips on weight loss counseling when time is limited. G

Although modern anatomic and clinical pathology emerged in the late 1800’s, the field is once again dramatically expanding, with the development of new reagents, the advent of molecular profiling tec

Becoming a Physician Assistant (PA) requires focused academic training, clinical experience, and a strong commitment to patient care. After completing a PA program, graduates take an important step to

Join us as Oakstone CME’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Don Deye, sits down with Dr. Michael Ross after recording the MKSAP 19 audio companion, for a casual conversation about interesting cases he’s e

Hospitalists coordinate inpatient care across specialties, aligning clinical decisions with healthcare system priorities. Inpatient guidelines continue to evolve as new evidence shapes diagnostic and