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Rates of ganglion cell + inner plexiform layer atrophy mirrors that of whole brain atrophy in multiple sclerosis

Optical Coherence Tomography IDs Brain Atrophy in MS

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Retinal atrophy mirrors whole-brain atrophy over time, as measured by optical coherence tomography
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has concluded that there is currently insufficient evidence to assess the benefits and harms of screening for impaired visual acuity in older adults. These findings form the basis of a draft recommendation statement based on an evidence review published online July 20 by the USPSTF.

USPSTF: More Evidence Needed for Visual Acuity Screening

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More research needed to assess benefits and harms of screening for impaired visual acuity in older adults
Clinicians may be biased when it comes to the sexual orientation of patients

Clinicians May Harbor Biases About Sexual Orientation

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Findings show need for sensitivity training, expert suggests
Strategies should be adopted to help with implementation of the Choosing Wisely program

Choosing Wisely: How to Implement in Clinical Practice

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Strategies to improve chance of success include familiarization with evidence behind recs
Measures can be taken to encourage patients to use patient portals to help ensure practices meet current Stage 2 meaningful use requirements

AMA Suggests Ways to Encourage Use of Patient Portals

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Suggestions include training staff on portal use; showing patients how to use the portal
Use of an arts observation curriculum can help students learn to observe objectively and articulate their observations

Arts Observation Curriculum May Be Beneficial for Medical Students

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Learning to observe objectively and communicate observations important in clinical practice
Among institutional review board members

Progress in Reporting Conflict of Interest Among IRB Members

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Percentage of members who felt another member didn't disclose financial relationships down '05 to '14
Gynecologists should be aware that accidental exposure to trichloroacetic acid

Caution: Handle TCA With Care to Avoid Chemical Burns

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Case report of gynecologist accidentally exposed to trichloroacetic acid illustrates teaching points
Patients undergoing brain or spine surgery are at no greater risk if residents assist during the operation

No ‘Downside’ With Residents Assisting During Surgery

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Findings might help reassure concerned patients
Communication failures in the perioperative setting often result from inaccurate or inaccessible documentation

Disorganized Documentation Ups Peri-Op Communication Failures

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Documentation is often insufficient, inaccessible, and not verbally reinforced