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Cuts in Medicare Reimbursements Create Long-Range Physician Concern
Cuts in Medicare Reimbursements Create Long-Range Physician Concern
Memphis-area physicians say they will not change how they do business because government-funded programs have suffered budget cuts.  But the tension is increasing for a long-term resolution.
 
HEALTHCARE LEADER: Lisa Klesges
HEALTHCARE LEADER: Lisa Klesges

New U of M dean aims at making public health a local priority

Part visionary, part probing researcher, part diplomat, Lisa Klesges is 100 percent creative strategist when it comes to the University of Memphis’ fledgling School of Public Health...


 
MEMPHIS ON THE MEND: Christ Community Health Services: A Vision Turned into Fruition
MEMPHIS ON THE MEND: Christ Community Health Services: A Vision Turned into Fruition
In the beginning . . . there were four medical students: Rick Donlan, Steve Besh, Karen Miller and David Pepperman...
 
Hey Doc, Will You Play Ball?
Hey Doc, Will You Play Ball?
Sharing information has to start with this – know to whom the information belongs. Hint: it’s not you, Doc, even if you’re the one holding it...
 
Mayo Clinic Fellow Trains at Mroz Baier
Mayo Clinic Fellow Trains at Mroz Baier
The Mayo Clinic is world renowned for excellence, but isn't above turning to a Memphis medical leader for occasional help...
 
Memphis Healthcare Real Estate Defies Trend
Memphis Healthcare Real Estate Defies Trend
Investors grab what's available after doctors align with hospitals

Doctors may feel a little uncertain about the healthcare market these days, but real estate experts have no doubts about medical offices. They are hot property...


 
None of the Above | Healthcare Reform, ACA, Medicaid Expansion, TennCare, Federal Insurance Exchange, Insurance Marketplace, Governor Bill Haslam, Craig Becker, Tennessee Hospital Association, THA, Michele Johnson, Tennessee Justice Center, Beth Uselton, Baptist Healing Trust, Get Covered Tennessee
None of the Above

Governor Selects “Third Choice” on Medicaid Expansion

When it came time to expand TennCare rolls to cover those up to 138 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL) or decline the offer that included...


 
MEDICAL ECONOMICS: Accelerating Change in Education
In my April column, we discussed a world led by economic force – a force that is primarily driven by job creation and quality GDP growth...

 
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Unconventional Wisdom | Autoimmune Disorders, Dr. Stephen Paget, Rheumatology, Lyme Disease, Chlamydia-induced Reactive Arthritis, Hospital for Special Surgery, Synovial Inflammation, Immunosuppressive Therapy, Antibiotics
Unconventional Wisdom
Rethinking the approach to some autoimmune disorders

What if the standard treatment approach was the wrong one? In the case of several autoimmune disorders, it’s a theory that is gaining traction bolstered by recent research findings...


 
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The Move from Social Media Marketing to Social Business Strategies | Social Business Tools, Social Marketing, Andrew Dixon, Igloo Software, Social Business Strategy, Microblogging, Wiki, Forums, Digital Media, Marketing Tools
The Move from Social Media Marketing to Social Business Strategies
Earlier this year, Andrew Dixon, senior vice president of marketing and operations with Igloo Software and the former chief marketing officer for Microsoft Canada, was invited to Dallas to share insights on...

 
Physician Spotlight

PHYSICIAN SPOTLIGHT: David Wright, MD
PHYSICIAN SPOTLIGHT: David Wright, MD

Founder of the Wright Clinic focuses on prevention

It was David Wright’s first day of medical school at the University of South Florida in Tampa, on the state’s west coast. Back home on Florida’s east coast,...


 
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Grand Rounds

Grand Rounds May

Dr. Sillay joins Semmes-Murphey Clinic

Semmes-Murphey Clinic in Memphis has announced the addition of Dr. Karl A. Sillay to their clinic. Dr. Sillay brings to the Mid-South his experience in adult and pediatric deep brain stimulation,...


 

Sleepless Nights May Hurt School Performance of Kids With Asthma
Title: Sleepless Nights May Hurt School Performance of Kids With Asthma
Category: Health News
Created: 5/21/2013 12:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT

Pain a Common Problem for People With COPD
Title: Pain a Common Problem for People With COPD
Category: Health News
Created: 5/21/2013 12:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT

Antidepressants May Be Helpful for Some Heart Patients: Study
Title: Antidepressants May Be Helpful for Some Heart Patients: Study
Category: Health News
Created: 5/21/2013 4:36:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT

Removing Tonsils Helps Kids With Sleep Apnea, Study Finds
Title: Removing Tonsils Helps Kids With Sleep Apnea, Study Finds
Category: Health News
Created: 5/21/2013 4:36:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT

Health Tip: Make Healthy Foods Taste Better
Title: Health Tip: Make Healthy Foods Taste Better
Category: Health News
Created: 5/22/2013 8:35:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT

Health Tip: Protect Your Sight
Title: Health Tip: Protect Your Sight
Category: Health News
Created: 5/22/2013 8:35:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT


Premier Medical Welcomes Dr. Gale E. Jackson to Doctors' Group Practice - Clarksville Online

Clarksville Online

Premier Medical Welcomes Dr. Gale E. Jackson to Doctors' Group Practice
Clarksville Online
Dr. Jackson studied at Tennessee State University and earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee, Memphis College of Medicine. He completed his family medicine residency at St. Francis Family Medicine Residency Program in Midlothian, ...

Posted Tuesday, May 21, 2013 8:15 pm CDT

Best and Worst Places to Practice: 2013 - Medscape

Medscape

Best and Worst Places to Practice: 2013
Medscape
Our data come from the Medscape 2013 Physician Compensation Report, Kaiser Family Foundation, Federation of State Medical Boards, American Medical Association Market Competition Study, Missouri Economic Research and Information Center, Tax Foundation ...

Posted Wednesday, May 22, 2013 9:10 am CDT

DAILY CALENDAR - Port Huron Times Herald

DAILY CALENDAR
Port Huron Times Herald
There will be battle and 18th century medicine demonstrations, a town square, Early American music and dance and 30 period merchants. Pine Grove ... $8 for adults, $6 for students and seniors citizen 60 and older, $20 for a family pass, max six people ...

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Posted Wednesday, May 22, 2013 9:32 pm CDT