How Your Genes Will Drive Personalized Medicine
This month I was honored to be the master of ceremonies at…
FDA Fired Device Whistleblowers
The Food and Drug Administration fired six device division reviewers after they…
Healthcare Innovation for an Economy Built to Last
According to President Obama’s recent State of the Union speech, “An economy…
FDA Approves First and Only Weekly Diabetes 2 Shot Therapy in the US
Bydureon took three tries to make it through approval with the FDA. …
More Than a 50/50 Chance, the Emergence of the e-Patient
The other night when I began watching the movie 50/50, there it…
Teachers Get Free Botox in Buffalo
The Buffalo public school system’s health insurance covers plastic surgery. There is…
Physician Wellness – Saying “NO” to Endless Hours and Solo Practice
Physician Wellness and a satisfying medical career mean saying “no” to endless…
Is Medicaid Cheaper and Better than Private Insurance?
The claim that Medicaid is better coverage than private insurance was all…
Stents for Stroke Prevention A Risky Proposition
Sen. Mark Kirk, Republican of Illinois, suffered a debilitating stroke on Monday,…
Newt Gingrich and “Conservative” Hypocrisy on Medicare Part D
Newt Gingrich has positioned himself as the “true conservative” in the Republican…
