Work as a Nocturnist | The Main Benefits
Although it may sound like a term a nature documentary might use describing owls or other night-dwelling creatures, nocturnist hospitalists are becoming an increasingly integral part of an understaffed medical world. Yet, what is a nocturnist exactly? These are a rare breed of hospitalist physicians who have somehow found a way to turn the night hours into their primary work shift. And while many hospitalists do end up working beyond...
Why are Physicians Hesitant to Recommend Marijuana?
Medical marijuana is now legal in 29 states and the District of Columbia and the majority of Americans support medicinal use. However, the medical community is still resisting this new legal medication despite the fact that it is legal in more than half the country. Each state with legal medical pot faces its own challenges in implementing a program. However, physician participation in medical marijuana programs is an issue across the...
7 Diabetes Myths and Misconceptions
November is National Diabetes Month and today we are going to address some myths and misconceptions surrounding diabetes. As of 2015, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) revealed that diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, the ADA reports that about “1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year” with about over a million Pennsylvanians being affected by this disease. Diabetes...
New Healthcare Smartphone Apps | Futuristic Risks?
Smartphones and computing technology are becoming more advanced each waking second, so it’s hard to keep up let alone integrate these things into healthcare properly. New apps are on the market nearly every day, all looking to make a life-changing impact one way or another. And yet, when we hear about apps used to help diagnose health conditions such as melanoma, blood pressure, or even mental health physicians are right to be...
How to Become a Dermatologist
While in medical school, it can be a challenging to decide on a healthcare specialty. If you’re still in the process of making this decision, consider the many benefits that come with choosing to specialize in dermatology. Learn how to become a dermatologist and enjoy the variety and job perks of this flexible career path! What is a Dermatologist? Dermatologists diagnose and treat patients with medical conditions related to the hair,...