Direct Messaging Not Yet Widely Adopted by Physicians
Secure messaging protocol allows for easy communication; meets HIPPA privacy, security rules
Article Weighs Paying Off Student Loans Versus Investment
For young physicians, issues to consider include whether debt is stressful, interest rate on loans
FDA: Brain Stimulation Device Approved for Parkinson’s
For use in Parkinson's disease and essential tremor after medication alone proves inadequate
Associated Professional Sleep Societies, June 6-10
The 29th Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies The annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (SLEEP 2015) was held...
Mental, Physical Activities Don’t Ward Off Alzheimer’s Biomarkers
No relationship between mental/physical activity, signs of disease in brain
Some Graduating Seniors Not Matching to Residency Positions
More than 250 seniors didn't match to residency; reasons include failing exams, poor interview skills
Lysosomal Proteins May Benefit Alzheimer’s Diagnosis, Treatment
Could offer possible ways to diagnose, treat disease sooner, researchers say
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
Progress Toward Intuitive Motorized Prosthetic Lower Leg
Researchers want brain signals to control movement of artificial lower limb
Geographic Location Most Important for Residents
Lifestyle, adequate call hours and personal time, good financial package also important
