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Metabolic Syndrome in African Americans: Risk Adjustments & Treatments
https://reachmd.com/programs/lipid-luminations/metabolic-syndrome-in-african-americans-risk-adjustments-treatments/5989/Though metabolic syndrome has not been found to be higher in the African American population compared to other populations, African Americans' rates of illnesses related to metabolic syndrome are higher. What explains this riddle? Host Dr. Alan Brown talks with Dr. Keith Ferdinand, clinical professoNurse Practitioners 101: How They Meet the Nation's Healthcare Needs
https://reachmd.com/programs/partners-in-practice/nurse-practitioners-101-how-they-meet-the-nations-healthcare-needs/5471/Nurse practitioners play a critical role in American healthcare. Over half of NPs practice in primary care, but their role reaches into every medical specialty, dealing with a variety of complex person-oriented issues. Dr. Elayne DeSimone, clinical professor and director of the Post Master's ProgramCuriouser and Curiouser: Origins of Medicine's Myths and Mysteries
https://reachmd.com/programs/second-opinion-live/curiouser-and-curiouser-origins-of-medicines-myths-and-mysteries/5413/Hosts Drs. Michael Greenberg and Matt Birnholz are joined by guest Dr. Sherry Seethaler, author of the recently published book Curious Folks Ask: 162 Real Answers on Amazing Inventions, Fascinating Products and Medical Mysteries — and our hosts try to understand some of the origins of several medicaDebunking the Political Spin on Canadian Health Care
https://reachmd.com/programs/clinicians-roundtable/debunking-the-political-spin-on-canadian-health-care/5236/When talk of Canadian healthcare emerges in US political debate, the spin often turns to long lines and waits for medical care and short-changed quality. But there are also those, like Dr. Mark Kaplan, whose study indicates more equity and efficiency for our neighbors to the north than here in the UAre Out-of-State Provider Licensing Laws Due for a Change?
https://reachmd.com/programs/second-opinion-live/are-out-of-state-provider-licensing-laws-due-for-a-change/4889/The need for quality medical care outstrips the capacity of local providers in many cities and towns across the United States. Remote Area Medical (RAM) is one organization working to meet this demand, recruiting volunteers in medicine, dentistry, optometry and beyond to donate their time and energyReevaluating Heart Protective vs Destructive Dietary Fats
https://reachmd.com/programs/lipid-luminations/reevaluating-heart-protective-vs-destructive-dietary-fats/4806/Our patients are exposed to a lot of information about the dangers of trans fatty acids, and new information about monounsaturated fats. Many of us may find that patients are confused by reports they read in the popular media. What can we tell them that will make a positive difference in how they rePAs Green Lighted for Commercial Truck Drivers?
https://reachmd.com/programs/clinicians-roundtable/pas-green-lighted-for-commercial-truck-drivers/4711/Federal law mandates that commercial truck drivers pass a medical exam in order to stay behind the wheel. Physician assistants have been authorized by the Department of Transportation to conduct these exams since 1992. But stricter certification recommendations proposed by an advisory board to the gAMA President Dr. J. James Rohack Discusses President Obama's Healthcare Plan
https://reachmd.com/programs/conference-coverage/ama-president-dr-j-james-rohack-discusses-president-obamas-healthcare-plan/4682/How will the AMA shape healthcare reform? The day after President Barack Obama's historic address to the AMA, host Dr. John Armstrong gets reaction from Dr. J. James Rohack, cardiologist from Bryan, Texas, and the American Medical Association's 164th president. Dr. Rohack discusses ways to achieve tNutrition and Obesity: Gastroenterologists’ Expanding Role
https://reachmd.com/programs/gi-insights/nutrition-and-obesity-gastroenterologists-expanding-role/4455/What unique perspectives can gastroenterologists offer to help manage and treat obesity, and how can gastroenterologists address the needs of their obese or overweight patients? When should a surgical bypass or lap-band procedure be considered? Host Dr. Jay Goldstein welcomes his GI Insights co-hostDeep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s: Risks vs. Benefits
https://reachmd.com/programs/focus-on-neurology-and-psychiatry/deep-brain-stimulation-for-parkinsons-risks-vs-benefits/4281/Medication and physical therapy have been mainstay treatments for controlling neurologic symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease. One strategy for mitigating the characteristic tremors, rigidity and slow movement has focused on deep brain stimulation (DBS). What are the risks and benefits of th