“The Patient Has The Disease” I will never forget having that epiphany. It was in early on in my oral & maxillofacial surgical residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center probably in the wee-early hours of the morning on call where I heard another surgical resident in another discipline make a statement about a […]
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Just in case you wondered…right about the time the proponents of the MATE Act decided you should have more opiate compliance continuing education to renew your DEA permit…this little gem came out… Just sayin’…
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In November 2015, a personal tragedy shattered Dr Ann Phelan-Adams, leading to months of grief, trauma, and a toxic mix of alcohol, antidepressants, and sedatives. With the support of family, friends, and therapists, she slowly recovered, but her medical board accused her of being impaired due to substance abuse and mental illness, threatening her license
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Practitioner fitness-for-duty exams are designed to ensure that healthcare professionals are capable of performing their duties without compromising patient safety. While these exams can be necessary, they also raise important questions about the rights of practitioners and the potential for misuse. Understanding how to navigate these exams is crucial for protecting your career and personal
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NC Senate Bill 382 (SB 382) had several provisions but perhaps the one which drew the most attention was that which might empower the NC State Board of Dental Examiners (NCBDE) to compel licensees to undergo physical examination and/or testing without a court order. Ostensibly this bill might relate to mental health and substance abuse
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In 2023 Beth Wood, the North Carolina State Auditor, initiated an audit of the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB) that revealed significant issues in the board’s oversight of physician misconduct, including obstruction of access to investigation records. This raised concerns about the board’s effectiveness in protecting the public. Subsequently, Wood faced accusations of misusing state-owned
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Guest Author David Darab DDS MBA CEPA, Darab Business Advisors The Little Details Win Customer Trust and Loyalty Challenging the Status Quo While many business coaches advocate focusing on the “major, not the minor” aspects and “not sweating the small stuff,” I beg to differ. This might seem feasible and even practical from a business owner’s perspective.
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A recent study in Pain Medication News examines the impact of patient punctuality on the management and outcomes of opioid therapy in outpatient pain clinics. It emphasizes the importance of using appointment times effectively for opioid education due to its complexity and how punctuality affects clinic efficiency, patient satisfaction, and medication compliance. With a significant
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In 2011, Lesley Yates, a dedicated mother and teacher’s aide, faced a life-altering ordeal when a routine antibiotic prescription led to severe tendon injuries, ultimately forcing her into premature disability at 54. Her harrowing experience underscores the dark side of fluoroquinolone antibiotics, spotlighting not only the well-documented risks of tendon ruptures but also the profound
Guest Author David Darab DDS MBA CEPA, Darab Business Advisors Without effective Leadership, an organization is incapable of achieving results. Peter Drucker said, “Only three things happen naturally in organizations: friction, confusion and underperformance. Everything else requires leadership.” Leadership is the linchpin that connects individuals’ efforts and directs them toward shared achievements. It remains one
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