Education Lab/CME

Heart failure (HF) is a chronic condition that requires long-term commitment on the part of the patient in adhering to an often-complex therapeutic and monitoring…

Heart failure (HF) is a chronic condition that requires long-term commitment on the part of the patient in adhering to an often-complex therapeutic and monitoring…

Three experts share their approaches to treating patients with hypoparathyroidism….

Topics include perinatal anxiety and depression, perceived stress in family caregivers of individuals with mental illness, and public stigma toward mental illness in…

Paying attention to attention has led clinicians and researchers to understand the many ways attention can be dysregulated. The consequences of dysregulated attention…

This educational monograph addresses the identification, reporting, monitoring and reduction of medical error. It is intended to make participants aware of the magnitude…

A new wave of research has increased our knowledge about hypoparathyroidism, and the recent FDA approval of a new therapy has drawn a great deal of attention….

Approximately 150 million people worldwide have diabetes mellitus and this number is expected to double by 2025. Numerous therapeutic advances have emerged, including…

Facial Aesthetics New York 2016 was an excellent opportunity to gain experienced perspective from a nationally-recognized and multidisciplinary faculty who collectively…

Facial Aesthetics New York 2016 was an excellent opportunity to gain experienced perspective from a nationally-recognized and multidisciplinary faculty who collectively…

Facial Aesthetics New York 2016 was an excellent opportunity to gain experienced perspective from a nationally-recognized and multidisciplinary faculty who collectively…

Facial Aesthetics New York 2016 was an excellent opportunity to gain experienced perspective from a nationally-recognized and multidisciplinary faculty who collectively…

The selection of therapy for patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) remains challenging. Review answers to some of the most important questions posed…

Familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS) is a rare and potentially life-threatening genetic disease. The clinical hallmark of FCS is pancreatitis associated with marked…

Familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS) is a rare genetic disease that leads to severe hypertriglyceridemia and recurrent episodes of acute pancreatitis. Due to its…

Ruben A. Mesa, MD, provides practical insights into treating polycythemia vera in this video series. In addition to discussing risk stratification, Dr. Mesa uses case…

During Hawaiian Eye 2017, key opinion leaders gathered for an Industry Expert Theater panel discussion, sponsored by Alcon Laboratories, Inc., and moderated by Terry…

Descartes wrote about a realm of the soul beyond the brain. Spinoza rejected Descartes’ idea, stating, in effect, that what you see is what you get. Lest you think that…

Topics include integrating anxiety reduction in an auditory hallucinations course, mindfulness and quality of life among patients with schizophrenia and major depressive…

Read what three clinicians have to say about the current state of sarcoma treatment options….

Incidence rates of melanoma in the United States continue to rise, with an estimated 87,110 new cases being diagnosed in 2017. The early detection of melanoma is…

This activity for comprehensive ophthalmologists and optometrists reviews the pathology and symptoms of mCNV; makes evidence-based diagnostic recommendations for…

This educational activity is a 1-hour interactive webinar directed to the needs of retina specialists and comprehensive ophthalmologists who treat patients with myopic…

Learn about the use of Sjö® diagnostic test for the early detection and diagnosis of Sjögren's Syndrome in patients with dry eye….

In this fast-paced online learning experience, Karen Zupko delivers pragmatic advice for integrating patient financing into your menu of payment options. CareCredit is a…

During Hawaiian Eye 2017, key opinion leaders gathered for an Industry Expert Theater panel discussion, sponsored by Alcon Laboratories, Inc., and moderated by Thomas W…

Past-President of the National Lipid Association and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Clinical Lipidology, Dr. W. Virgil Brown is joined by Drs. Yehuda Handelsman…

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States, as well as a cause of various types of cancer. An estimated…

The development and integration of targeted therapies, as well as immunotherapies, into clinical strategies for the management of advanced melanoma has revolutionized…

Managing proper expectations is a top priority to achieve patient satisfaction after total knee arthroplasty. However, the engineering and design phase of a knee implant…

Plaque psoriasis is a debilitating, noncurable autoimmune disorder, having a significant impact on quality of life, associated with depression, anxiety, social…

Gain expert insight as leading physicians discuss the benefits of using intraoperative aberrometry….

Advances in immunology and the advent of immune checkpoint blockade inhibition for advanced bladder cancer are poised to cause a paradigm shift in the near future…

There is no health without psychiatric health. Psychiatric disorders are not only highly prevalent, but they are even more so in people seeking medical…

Topics include benefits of being an healthy perfectionist, enhancing care models to capture psychological trauma, and consumers of mental health services knowledge of…

Read the latest on emerging therapies, review important clinical trials and explore future treatment and management….

Read how young ophthalmologists are approaching astigmatism management in the cataract refractive surgery landscape….

The incorporation of immunotherapies, especially the immune checkpoint inhibitors, into treatment regimens for patients with cancer, have significantly improved clinical…

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a deterioration or breakdown of the eye's macula. At present, pharmacotherapy is available only for late neovascular AMD. The…

Dry eye disease (DED) is a condition of the ocular surface in which multiple factors are responsible for the disturbance of the stability of tear film, leading to…

The type of polyethylene used in total knee and total hip replacements is a critical decision for today’s orthopedic surgeon. This activity provides a review of current…

Video perspectives include topics such as findings of the Checkmate studies, the emerging field of immunotherapy, the natural history of bladder cancer, intravesical and…

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a major cause of blindness, with an estimated 4.2 million people over the age of 40 affected by this condition within the United States…

All too often unimaginable events happen without warning. Whereas most people will experience some form of distress, others will develop mental health disorders after a…

Topics include a telehealth program to improve emotional health in individuals with multiple sclerosis, psychotropic medication use in individuals in Brazilian primary…

In recognition of Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month, Healio Education Lab interviewed Kenneth Anderson, MD to find out what the future may hold for patients with the…

Glaucoma is currently the second leading cause of blindness throughout the world. The goal of glaucoma treatment is to stop or slow disease progression. Current glaucoma…

Managing Stroke Risk in NVAF Patients: The Role of Left Atrial Appendage Closure….

Dry eye disease (DED) is a condition of the ocular surface in which multiple factors are responsible for the disturbance of the stability of tear film, leading to…

Glaucoma is currently the second leading cause of blindness throughout the world. The goal of glaucoma treatment is to stop or slow disease progression. Current glaucoma…

Four physicians present their experience with laser-assisted cataract surgery. © 2016 Abbott Medical Optics Inc….

With the significant variability in the subtypes and clinical manifestations of von Willebrand disease (VWD), diagnosis and treatment of affected individuals are often…

Bad things can happen after you hit your head. The postconcussion syndrome (PCS) can result in multiple problems that can linger and be a challenge to evaluate and…

Topics include hope and mental health in young adult college students, innovative mental health clinical placement, and enhancing resilience in active duty military…

Vaccination rates for the human papillomavirus (HPV) continue to be below those of other vaccines recommended for adolescents. Research has shown only 40% of US girls…

The identification and utilization of melanoma specific biomarkers continues to be of importance for diagnosis and prognosis, and the selection of tailored therapy…

It is estimated that 76,380 new cases of melanoma will be diagnosed in the United Stated in 2017, with approximately 10,130 disease-related deaths. Recent advances in…

Melanoma is the sixth most common cancer in the United States and the deadliest form of skin cancer. Although it is often curable if caught early, treatment options are…

While the mortality rates for advanced or metastatic breast cancer (MBC) have steadily decreased, in part due to improved treatment options, the 5-year survival rate for…

Many breast cancers have estrogen receptors, and the growth of these tumors..….

In this virtual panel discussion, learn how a top academic department of orthopedic surgery and a leading orthopedic center in the US are using..….

Watch these short videos and learn about the NLA‘s provider survey as well as some of the preliminary results found about the challenges to access PCSK9 therapy….

Uveitis is one of the leading causes of preventable blindness worldwide with a prevalence in the US of about 38 cases per 100,000 people. However, uveitis is commonly…

How familiar are you with the various disease states found throughout the biliary and pancreatic ducts using digital cholangioscopy?..….

Topics include telephone intervention for medication adherence in outpatients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders, improving outcomes in Veteran-centric care, and…

People who engage in injection drug use suffer terrible consequences, including serious infections (eg, HIV and hepatitis C virus) and neuropsychiatric complications…

High blood pressure is a leading cause of cardiovascular disease and death in the United States and is often called “the silent killer” because it has no warning signs…

Health care providers play a major role in stemming the future burden of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and associated comorbidities by employing strategies for the…

There are new developments in the management of posterior noninfectious uveitis. Keep up-to-date with this case-based CME activity, which provides relevant and practical…

This CME program brings you valuable perspectives from international uveitis experts. Watch and listen to them cover the diagnosis and recent developments in the…

Assessment of immune checkpoint blockade inhibitors in the treatment of bladder cancer have demonstrated significant enhancements to clinical outcomes. With multiple…

Glaucoma is currently the second leading cause of blindness throughout the world. The goal of glaucoma treatment is to stop or slow disease progression. Current glaucoma…

Dry eye disease (DED) is a condition of the ocular surface in which multiple factors are responsible for the disturbance of the stability of tear film, leading to…

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is an insidious, progressive disease. Diabetic macular edema (DME), which can occur at any stage of DR, is the most frequent cause of blindness…

As the standards of care for patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) continue to evolve, physicians must stay informed on current research and treatment…

IOL implantation has transformed over the past several decades from an unconventional procedure to standard practice during cataract surgery. As IOLs grew in popularity…

Topics include respite for caregivers, electroconvulsive therapy, and mental health of the transgender population….

The philosopher Spinoza would appreciate this month’s issue of Psychiatric Annals. Hearts and minds are one and each impacts the other. Aggravation, irritation…

Explore this series of challenging case studies on complex primary hip replacement using S-ROM® Modular Hip System….

Successful cataract surgery is a multifactorial process that relies on numerous interconnected assessment, planning, and execution procedures. Phacodynamics, the effects…

Maintenance of the health of the ocular surface is complex due to numerous potential challenges, including dry eye disease, allergic conjunctivitis, contact lens wear…

Topics include Veteran-centric competency domains, fetal abduction, and nurses’ knowledge of metabolic syndrome….

Since electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) was introduced in the 1920s, clinicians have used energy to treat psychiatric disorders. Disorders can be associated with decreases…

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a major cause of blindness among American adults aged 40 years and older. The prevalence of DR in this population is increasing; it…

Because the Human Genome Project reached its first major milestone in completing the full sequence of human DNA, many new discoveries have been made relating genetic…

This course is designed to provide physicians and nursing professionals with information on pain including the physiology and types of pain, factors influencing pain…

Get the facts about the latest advancements in drug-eluting stent technology and view the answers to important questions that may be helpful to your practice….

Strong evidence demonstrates that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at a high risk for developing several comorbid disorders; these conditions may have…

Key opinion leaders share their thoughts on what is hot in the area of percutaneous coronary intervention….

Discussing end of life issues and palliative care options with patients who have life-limiting illnesses is challenging. Yet, the need for communication skills that…

Topics include strategies to minimize restraint, benefits of clinical simulation in psychiatric mental health nursing, and psychotropic alternatives to antipsychotic…

Lung cancer accounts for 27% of all cancer deaths in the United States, making it the leading cause of cancer mortality. Despite therapeutic advances in the last two…

Technology progresses apace, at times ahead of compelling evidence that it works or makes a difference in psychiatric outcomes. There’s an app for that…

There has been an increase in the number of infections caused by various strains of Clostridium difficile (C. difficile). Key factors in the management of the disease…

Maintenance of the health of the ocular surface is complex due to numerous potential challenges, including dry eye disease, allergic conjunctivitis, contact lens wear…

In the United States, an estimated 460,000 children have active epilepsy, and approximately 750,000 children have a history of epilepsy. Epilepsy is a complex disorder…

Schizophrenia is a chronic, complex, disabling disorder associated with a 30% attempted suicide rate, affecting about 1% of the United States population, with a…

Successful cataract surgery is a multifactorial process that relies on numerous interconnected assessment, planning, and execution procedures. Phacodynamics, the effects…

There are quite a few agents in development for the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, and many of these have novel mechanisms of action. As Dr. Bruce…

Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors have emerged as  novel, orally administered small molecule therapies for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. In this CME…

Anti-TNF agents are effective for inducing and maintaining remission in patients with Crohn's disease. However, a significant number of patients who initially respond to…

Modulators of the sphingosine-1-phosphate subtype 1 (S1P1) and S1P5 receptors are being investigated in the treatment of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis…

Cataract surgery causes inflammation; therefore, treatment of inflammation is important to the patient. A panel of leading ophthalmologists met during Hawaiian Eye 2016…

Catch up with three clinicians as they provide insightful information on the topic of facial rejuvenation….

This is a 1 hour activity designed for home study by healthcare clinicians. Specifically, it meets the 1 hour HIV/AIDS continuing education for Florida health…

This course defines domestic violence as family violence, and further differentiates the categories of intimate partner violence, child abuse and neglect, and elder…

It is estimated that one out of three Americans suffers from some type of chronic pain and yet it remains a misunderstood and undertreated health condition. Chronic pain…

Osteoporosis is characterized by low bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue leading to reduced bone strength and a consequent increase in fracture…

Catch up with three clinicians as they provide insightful information on the topic of lung cancer….

Maintenance of the health of the ocular surface is complex due to numerous potential challenges, including dry eye disease, allergic conjunctivitis, contact lens wear…

This program will provide education for hematologists, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers involved in hemophilia care on how to better determine…

During Hawaiian Eye 2016, KOLs gathered for an Industry Expert Theater panel discussion, sponsored by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. and moderated by Stephen S. Lane, MD, on…

It is a time of active research in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In this CME activity, Dr. Gary Lichtenstein discusses the hot topics in IBD, including…

Inflammatory bowel disease is heterogeneous, so individualizing therapy based on disease type, severity, and prognosis is crucial. In this CME program, Dr. David Rubin…

Topics include managing workplace violence, complex working conditions in forensic psychiatric settings, and psychosocial factors of irritable bowel syndrome….

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) presents formidable challenges to clinicians and researchers. The transitions from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental…

The reduction of low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) is recognized as the primary strategy for decreasing cardiovascular risk. Despite highly effective statin…

Glaucoma is currently the second leading cause of blindness throughout the world. The goal of glaucoma treatment is to stop or slow disease progression. Current glaucoma…

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a major cause of blindness among American adults aged 40 years and older. The prevalence of DR in this population is increasing; it…

Gain expert insight as leading physicians discuss the benefits of using a pre-loaded IOL delivery system in their practices….

Read what renowned experts have to say about: repeatability & performance, cataract penetration rate and the potential of SWEPT Source OCT technology in biometry….

The motor symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease (PD) are well recognized, but the non-motor symptoms are important as well. Non-motor symptoms include psychosis…

Approximately 2-4 billion episodes of infectious diarrhea occur worldwide each year, placing a burden on quality of life. It is important that clinicians are able to…

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a major cause of blindness among American adults aged 40 years and older. The prevalence of DR in this population is increasing; it…

In the past few years, significant progress has been made in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV). Highly effective direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) and…

Topics include mental health of twins, nonpharmacological interventions for anxiety, and electroconvulsive therapy for depression….

People take so many medications these days that it can be difficult to know how the drugs interact with each other. Furthermore, because of pharmacokinetics, stopping…

Maintenance of the health of the ocular surface is complex due to numer-ous potential challenges, including dry eye disease, allergic conjunctivitis, contact lens wear…

Video perspectives include topics such as the epidemiology of lung cancer and how it contributes to the clinical challenges oncologists face in the field of precision…

This issue focuses on biometry and IOL calculations, IOL power diagnostics and surgical guidance systems, manual capsulorhexis techniques, and misaligned toric IOLs.
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The standards of care in treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphomas (NHL) are evolving as new therapies receive FDA approval and new evidence provides insight into optimal…

Sleep: what is it good for? Why does sleep appear in so many psychiatric syndromes: depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and substance abuse?…

Topics include psychiatric inpatient bedside handoff, advocating for the use of pharmacogenomics testing, and cognitive-behavioral prevention program for depression in…

The reduction of low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) is recognized as the primary strategy for decreasing cardiovascular risk. Despite highly effective statin…

Learn as leading experts share their perspective on treating patients with bacterial conjunctivitis and herpetic keratitis….

Topics include heroin use, working with children in families with parental substance abuse, and the effects of short-term separation on the behavioral health of military…

"For me, I am driven by two main philosophies: know more today about the world than I knew yesterday and lessen the suffering of others. You’d be surprised how far…

Topics include an autovideography intervention for recovery, creative classroom strategies for mental health nursing education, and therapeutic canines for Veterans with…

As mental health practitioners, we learn so that we change, grow, and gain skills. This issue of Psychiatric Annals focuses on the methodology of our learning. In turn…

Topics include a text messaging intervention for outpatients, prompts to guide termination of the clinical student nursing experience, and sensory modulation treatment…

Treatment-resistant depression resists easy answers. Treatment options include pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, neurotherapeutics, and intensive outpatient treatment…

Topics include cancer screenings among community wellness center enrollees, Kleine-Levin syndrome, and transition-aged youths with dual diagnoses….

Sleep is such a mystery. We don’t know exactly why we need it, but we certainly miss it when it is absent. Sleep disturbances increase the psychic pain associated…

Topics include identity in transgenderism, mental health facility design, and transition from adolescent services to adult programs….

Cognition, the ability to think, remember, plan, navigate successfully through one’s environment, learn, respond flexibly to the unexpected, and modulate…

Topics include treating inpatients with personality disorders, reducing risk of metabolic syndrome, and depression assessment in primary care patients with diabetes….

“A person’s a person, no matter how small,” wrote Dr. Seuss in Horton Hears a Who! In the mystery of development, children as precursors of adults are…

The death penalty provokes passions and controversy. Whether one believes that the ultimate punishment serves justice or not or whether giving the state the power to…

The goal of the clinical use of a bipolar blood-sealing system is to reduce perioperative blood loss in total joint arthroplasty (TJA). This study was performed to…

In any busy primary care pediatric practice issues such as chest pain, syncope, palpitations, and arrhythmias are standard fare. Woven into each of these concerns is the…

Topics include self-rated mental health in pregnant women exposed to perinatal intimate partner violence, psychosocial vital signs assessment, and ADHD in college…

Topics include psychiatric admission wait time, motivational interviewing, and HIV-related stigma….

Hip replacement using hemiarthroplasty (HA) is a common surgical procedure in elderly patients with femoral neck fractures. However, questions remain regarding the…

Psychosis occurs first in young people and then can progress into a chronic lifelong disorder. Although some patients achieve full recovery over time and may not even…

Every physician who cares for children has always worried about the effects interventions or exposures might have on the unborn or newly born infant. Advancements in…

The old adage “When you hear hoof beats, think horses” is often used in medical education. Yet, there are times when a zebra will find its way into the herd!…

Topics include problematic Internet experiences, disordered gambling in older adults, work addiction, and conducting behavioral addictions research in a county jail…

Total joint arthroplasty is a successful orthopedic procedure that is performed in high volume in the United States and internationally. As economic pressures continue…

First, do no harm. In an effort to reduce patients’ suffering from pain, clinicians prescribe opiates. But opiates may harm more than they help, with an iatrogenic…

Major depressive disorder (MDD) remains one of the great challenges of modern medicine despite multiple available modalities to treat it (eg, medications, psychotherapy…

Anterior instability of the glenohumeral joint is a relatively common problem in the young population. Identification and treatment is essential to reduce the risk of…

Menstruation is still considered a key developmental milestone, signaling not only passage into young adulthood but also the closing of a key period of growth and…

Most primary care pediatricians will agree that on any given day they evaluate a fair number of dermatology concerns, from chief complaint to a comment during a well…

Topics include alexithymia, acute psychiatric unit admissions, and sustaining collaborative care models….

Topics include creating and sustaining wellness habits, psychiatric–mental health nursing standards of practice, and millennial nursing students’ preferred methods of…

Hip resurfacing offers a suitable solution for young patients affected by hip disease who have high function demands and good bone quality. Bone stock preservation…

At the intersection between psychiatric and medical disorders, clinicians face complexity and uncertainty. Although we do the best that we can with what we’ve got…

Topics include LGBT health disparities, improving employment outcomes in assertive community treatment, and a pilot program to address service gaps in homeless…

The authors conducted a meta-analysis to determine the optimal tourniquet application strategy in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Fourteen high-quality randomized…

But, alas, if we are lucky enough to grow old, we face increasing challenges. For those who have psychiatric illnesses, insomnia, dementia, or cognitive problems, the…

Hematology and oncology are areas where all pediatric trainees get exposure during residency. Yet, these few weeks in a 3-year program can only serve to help lay the…

Of all the areas of pediatric practice, none can seem more daunting or require a higher index of suspicion than rheumatologic disorders. Given the paucity of specialists…

Topics include checklist for delirium, stress in first-year nursing students, and mantram repetition for insomnia….

The posterior tibialis is a muscle in the deep posterior compartment of the calf that plays several key roles in the ankle and foot. Posterior tibialis tendon…

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) results from brain regulatory systems gone awry; people get stuck in a loop that they cannot control and seek ways to cope that…

Intravenous tranexamic acid (TXA) has been identified to be effective in total knee arthroplasty (TKA), but the effect of topical application is still unclear…

Life depends on balance. Among the yin and yang of life balance are the proinflammatory and anti-inflammatory factors that interface with our outer and inner worlds…

Topics include therapeutic doll play, military nurses’ reintegration, and synthetic cannabinoids….

With improved diagnostic tools and increasingly rapid turnaround on results, we have never lived at a better time to detect and intervene in congenital infections…

Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis After Total Joint Arthroplasty….

Psychopath, sociopath, antisocial personality disorder. It’s difficult to hear those terms as anything other than epithets. Treatments, likewise, can conjure up…

Vaccine refusal and hesitancy to vaccinate has been a growing problem in the past 2-3 decades. Perhaps victims of our own success in suppressing vaccine-preventable…

Femoroacetabular Impingement: Current Concepts in Diagnosis and Treatment….

Topics include nursing advocacy for women Veterans and suicide, family members’ perspectives on telephone intervention for individuals with schizophrenia, and the…

Our vulnerable patients with serious and persistent mental illness frequently need more than a brief hospitalization when they have a crisis. Residential treatment…

It was once said that the task of the generalist is the most difficult of all. “In a sea of normal children, the generalist must be able to detect the one that doesn’t…

Bundled payments, the idea of paying a single price for a bundle of goods and services, is a financial concept familiar to most American consumers because examples…

Topics include reducing physical comorbidity in individuals with mental illness, depression in first-year college students, and sustaining fitness activities in a…

Tempering the extraordinary experience of pregnancy, well-treated psychiatric disorders in women present with a fundamental dilemma: continue to take medications or risk…

It is rare indeed for any child with suspected seizures to present to a pediatric neurologist’s offi ce de novo and demonstrate the worrisome activity on the spot…

Topics include an interactive assessment tool for auditory hallucinations, eating disorders and spirituality in college students, and nurses’ knowledge of high energy…

The Hip-Spine Connection: Understanding Its Importance in the Treatment of Hip Pathology….

Sleep’s mysteries unravel slowly; we are only beginning to understand its purposes, but we do know we need it. Sleep disorders cause many to suffer, and sleep…

Index of suspicion—a term used daily by clinicians in general practice who must, in a sea of “normal” children, be able to determine which few have an…

The past two decades have witnessed an amazing increase in the participation in competitive sports by children of all ages. With this increase in participation comes an…

Neglect, to paraphrase, is in the eyes of the beholder. While a special needs child may not receive optimal care at home due to the complexity of their care and the…

Successful early treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration offers the best odds for maintaining visual acuity over time. In this activity, Seenu Hariprasad, MD…

Long-term management of wet age-related macular degeneration can be challenging, as medications and dosing schedules that had previously improved visual acuity may lose…

Dry age-related macular degeneration has proven to be a challenging condition for clinicians, and no pharmaceutical options have been shown to be effective. Dry AMD is a…

A number of clinical trials have established the use of anti-VEGF therapy as first-line therapy in the management of wet age-related macular degeneration, and…

The damage associated with age-related macular degeneration begins before visual symptoms occur, making early diagnosis critical in achieving the best outcomes for…

Adolescence has always been a time of challenge for parents and pediatricians. Recent neuroscience literature confirms that during this time in their lives, adolescents…

Pediatricians in practice during the past 20 years saw it coming and felt powerless to stop it. At first it was a few children who seemed overweight, and then it became…

When is a cough more than just a cough? This is the challenge that faces every pediatric provider when confronted with a child that has been coughing…

In the past two decades, the field of pediatric hospital medicine has grown from a niche entity to a recognized area of sub-specialization. As the acuity of illness in…

Gender identity and pubertal transition to adult gender roles present a complex interplay of genetic, hormonal, and societal influences. Although gender identity issues…

Dermal filler injections are an increasingly common cosmetic procedure. Of the 150 types of fillers available worldwide; only a small number are approved by the Food and…