Ixekizumab Shows Promise in Psoriasis Treatment
In phase 3 trials, appeared to outperform standard medication, placebo
Review Examines Inappropriate Prescribing of IV Fluids
Most common type of inappropriate prescribing is incorrect volumes and types of fluids
Direct Messaging Not Yet Widely Adopted by Physicians
Secure messaging protocol allows for easy communication; meets HIPPA privacy, security rules
Topical Steroids Can Change Course of Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus
Individualized preventive TCS regimen beneficial, especially for treatment compliant patients
Article Weighs Paying Off Student Loans Versus Investment
For young physicians, issues to consider include whether debt is stressful, interest rate on loans
Tattoos Can Mimic Metastasis on PET-CT in Cervical Cancer
Case report describes woman with extensive tattoos who had nodes ID'd as suspicious for metastases
Some Graduating Seniors Not Matching to Residency Positions
More than 250 seniors didn't match to residency; reasons include failing exams, poor interview skills
Extra Time During MCAT Linked to Less Success in Med School
No impact on medical school admission rate, but lower rate of passing Step examinations
Geographic Location Most Important for Residents
Lifestyle, adequate call hours and personal time, good financial package also important
Report Offers Guidance on Medical Ethics Education
Novel approaches to learning encouraged, such as flipped classroom, use of reflective narratives
