Teachers Get Free Botox in Buffalo
The Buffalo public school system’s health insurance covers plastic surgery. There is no copay. According to BuffaloNews.com, the cost of the benefit rose from $1 million in 2004 to $9…
Ramping Up For HIMSS 2012
It’s hard to believe that HIMSS 2012 is just around the corner. As we look ahead amid the consolidation and investment opportunities in healthcare, if you are at HIMSS this…
Physician Wellness – Saying “NO” to Endless Hours and Solo Practice
Physician Wellness and a satisfying medical career mean saying “no” to endless hours and solo practice for many younger physicians. Here is a story from the New York Times about…
Should Healthy People Take Cholesterol Drugs to Prevent Heart Disease?
The case against: The case against: Some statin supporters argue that even if the data don’t support the benefits of statins in healthy people, they might help and can’t hurt.…
Book Review: Social Media in HealthCare by Christina Thielst
Social Media in HealthCare by Christina Thielst is a well-organized, complete yet concise, guidebook on the use of social media in healthcare organizations. This book is an excellent source for…
Is Medicaid Cheaper and Better than Private Insurance?
The claim that Medicaid is better coverage than private insurance was all the rage a couple of weeks ago thanks to a press release from Southern Methodist University highlighting doctoral…
Reducing Pre-Term Births; Where Public Health Campaigns Can Make a Difference
Health plans have realized for quite some time that the widespread practice of scheduled C-sections and induced labor before the end of 39 weeks of pregnancy is an expensive proposition.…
The Patient’s Checklist
I've always promoted self and family advocacy in healthcare situations. As an administrator, I strive to create an environment for the patient to get the best and safest care possible.…
Stents for Stroke Prevention A Risky Proposition
Sen. Mark Kirk, Republican of Illinois, suffered a debilitating stroke on Monday, a tragedy for him and his family. Ironically, it occurred on the eve of one of the more…
Medical Tourism Has Come to the U.S.A.
This Health Alert comes exclusively from an article by Nina Bernstein in The New York Times. Some hospital rooms are like the Four Seasons: This Health Alert comes exclusively…
