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Written primarily by Albert Einstein College of Medicine faculty, The Doctor's Tablet reviews the latest in biomedical research, medical education, health and health policy. It provides a unique glimpse into how doctors use their knowledge, skills, experience and intuition to teach students, make diagnoses, treat patients and strive to provide compassionate care.
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Editor’s note: A recent post on The Doctor’s Tablet concerning the communication gulf between patient and doctor about sexual activity generated a lot of interest. Why is it so difficult for doctors and patients to discuss the topic openly? Here, we explore how medical education plays a key role is setting the stage for these [...]
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These days, my morning routine includes the following: after brushing my teeth, waking my kids for school and making their lunches, I check the website of the American Psychiatric Association to see if the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5 (DSM 5) has been released. It is due out this month and I [...]
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The patients had undergone workups and appointments with hematology experts. Most of them did not have sickle cell disease or other exotic red blood cell problems. What they had was the usual, run-of-the-mill iron deficiency—the kind most pregnant women exhibit in a mild form. But their iron deficiency was so profound, and of such long [...]
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Editors’ Note: A recent New York Times article on the benefits of psychotherapy for the elderly generated a lot of discussion. It led us to wonder: What benefits might such therapy have, not only for the elderly who seek it, but also for their caregivers and families? Geriatric psychiatrist Gary Kennedy shares his thoughts. Can [...]
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Those caring for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders face myriad decisions in a rapidly changing world of theories and clinical developments. It’s a lot to take in. To help provide clarity about advances in autism research and treatment, two experts in the field joined an Autism Awareness Month Twitter chat earlier this week hosted by Everyday Health. [...]
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