The responsibilities of primary care practitioners are changing. CME is an opportunity for primary care providers to build new skills and meet practice goals while remaining in state medical board compliance. The best CME for family physicians and primary care providers helps to meet a range of patient needs and…
A challenging and ever-changing industry like healthcare demands an updating of skills to improve health outcomes and patient satisfaction. But healthcare professionals, while devoted to care, are not simply care providers. They are employees, team members and working people with career aspirations. In order to excel in healthcare one needs…
As researchers investigate the causes and effects of physician burnout on both the practitioner and healthcare industry as a whole, one thing is clear: prevention remains the best deterrent to the skyrocketing rate of physician burnout. The factors leading to burnout are complex but are generally the result of high…
Advanced medical practitioners newer to continuing education and advanced credentialing opportunities may wonder what the difference is between two common acronyms in healthcare: CME and CNE. What is CNE? CNE stands for Certified Nurse Educator®, a voluntary credential earned by those who desire to teach nursing professionally. Certified Nurse Educators…
Integrated healthcare is a system of care delivery that incorporates the physical, mental, social and, at times, financial perspectives into the deployment of patient care. The integrated healthcare model is one that responds to the complexity of the US healthcare system with a simplified and holistic approach that depends on…
Practitioners are no doubt aware of AI’s growing impact on health. A variety of AI health applications already affect individual health choices outside of healthcare environments. With smartwatches that can track reproductive cycles, metabolic rates and sleep patterns. Advanced technologies are now being deployed within healthcare environments to assist practitioners…
More patients than ever are relying on physician assistants (PAs) for their care. A core clinical team member in primary care practices nationwide, PAs play a number of essential roles under the supervision of medical doctors. The physician assistant role has expanded over time to include multiple types of PA…
A practitioner including evidence-based medicine practice perspectives (EBM) engages in the conscientious and measured application of recent applicable research for the delivery of individualized patient care. Also known as evidence-based practice (EBP), EBM is enabled by a research and technological regime that emphasizes the use of relevant data from multiple…
Primary care practitioners serve as a vital link in the healthcare system, providing for all routine aspects of a patient’s health. They diagnose ailments, treat disease and help patients lay the foundation for lifelong health and wellness. Working mostly in outpatient settings, PCPs often provide long-term care for their patients…
Rising costs, changing business models and patients’ inability to access care have affected both patients and practitioners across the healthcare spectrum. High stress, the shrinking scope of practice and lagging reimbursements are hitting primary care practitioners particularly hard. But new perspectives and care models are taking root, with policymakers and…
Florida CME destinations make for the perfect conference environment. With plenty of things to do, see and experience, conference guests receive the added value of a great destination with the enrichment of a conference. Florida conferences are available all year and can offer premium accommodations paired with local attractions and…
Doctors, nurses and other advanced practitioners aren’t just at the front lines of care, they are central to the functioning of healthcare facilities. Within the job description of these vital practitioners are duties comprising both non-clinical and clinical responsibilities. These roles are ever-changing, and with them, so do the continuing…
Internal medicine and primary care comprise the backbone of the US healthcare system. Qualified to treat a broad range of illnesses and injuries, internists and their family medicine colleagues work with patients over the long term to monitor health and manage chronic disorders. The internist is in a prime position…
The healthcare industry is expected to undergo dramatic changes over the next decade. These changes will impact the way providers practice medicine. Whether it’s the addition of new technologies, structural changes to the healthcare industry or new areas of health science making their way to the marketplace, the way care…
There are a lot of companies providing CME activities. It can be hard to know which to choose. But a CME company that provides great customer service, in-demand courses and great travel CME destinations makes all the difference in meeting annual CME requirements. These criteria foster a sense of trust,…
As a nurse, no one has to tell you to give it your all. You’ve devoted your life to your patients and the healthcare organizations you serve. It’s a profession that requires tremendous fortitude, attention to detail and continuous development. Meet annual nursing CME quotas by earning continuing education units…
Virtual communication became a lifeline the world over due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Established online learning trends were solidified and even accelerated due to the abrupt increase in demand. Schools and businesses that did not already provide access to online learning options worked to make them available, while those that…
The clinical team is the heart of any healthcare system. As such, they are often counted on to complete substantial administrative duties in addition to delivering exceptional care. Ever-increasing patient volumes, regulatory requirements and business procedures put tremendous pressure on their time and effort. This makes time management an important…
The COVID-19 pandemic made managing patient care from home possible with the use of impressive remote patient monitoring tools. From apps on your tablet to patches monitoring vitals, it’s incredible what modern technology is doing for the healthcare industry. Being a medical professional means staying educated with industry trends and…
Heightened levels of anxiety, depression, exhaustion, worry, and sadness are all normal emotional responses to a worldwide pandemic, but they shouldn’t be taken lightly. Managing mental health during COVID is just as important as keeping everyone physically safe. With the right tools, techniques, and accurate information, healthcare professionals can provide…
Many of us faced intense personal and professional changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Educators and students felt—and still feel—a huge strain when it comes to transitioning through the changes thrown at them. Some of these major strains include mental health and nutrition struggles for both students and teachers. These…
The popularity and effectiveness of remote patient monitoring is growing when it comes to patients receiving in-depth care directly from their home. Staff and patients use state-of-the-art tools—through mobile apps and other software—to stay updated and on top of patients’ care without the patient ever entering a hospital or making…
Patient demands can take a mental, emotional and physical toll on your body, significantly impacting patient care. Over half of physicians in the U.S. experience healthcare provider burnout. Provider wellness is especially crucial during COVID-19. It’s important that you’re taking proper care of yourself to ensure you’re able to provide…
