Expert Interviews

The difference between directed and query-based HIEs.

The cyber threat against healthcare businesses is exploding, and here's what you can do about it, on this week's Medical Economics Pulse.

Christopher Hobson, M.D., explains the background, purpose and functioning of HIEs.

Take the right approach to maximize your return.

Todd Frieze, MD, FACP, FACE, walks us through a patient case revealing the importance of medication compliance and the potential impact of switching therapy.

Guideline recommendations for treatment and goals of therapy in hypothyroidism, as well as challenges and special patient populations, are discussed.

Expert discusses the clinical manifestations and physiological implications of hypothyroidism, in addition to screening and diagnosis of this disease.

Todd Frieze, MD, FACP, FACE, provides an overview of hypothyroidism including its prevalence within the U.S., impact on thyroid function, and etiology.

Todd Frieze, MD, FACP, FACE, introduces himself as well as the purpose of today’s presentation, which is to optimize patient management in hypothyroidism.

Markets change over time, so don’t let your plan be static.

Medical practices and health care organizations have data that hackers value.

What would happen if you couldn’t practice medicine any longer?

A breach can hurt profits and reputation, doing long-term damage.

The average physician interrupts a patient every 11 seconds.

Physicians who enter practice for the first time often rapidly increase their lifestyle, which can have dramatic consequences for them in the long-term.

Cybercriminal tactics change regularly, so a response plan needs to reflect that.

Every practice should have a detailed plan that outlines what steps need to be taken and in what order if a breach occurs.

Being rid of student loans once and for all can be a gratifying feeling, but will it jeopardize your retirement?

There are many financial vehicles that can work with doctors, as long as they have a solid strategy.

If rates rise, doctors should take a fresh look at their financial strategy.

How an alternative waiting room can benefit patients.

Understanding where a business is spending money is crucial to efficiency and growth.

Closing thoughts regarding the increasing burden of overweight and obesity in the United States, and recommendations for supporting patients who are taking a proactive role in managing their weight.

Here's what's in store for the waiting room of the future

Medical Economics sat down with BD's Jeff Andrews, MD, to discuss this flu season's unique challenges for physicians as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

What doctors can learn from telehealth in their in-person patient interactions.

Recommendations for selecting among various therapies available for weight loss and expectations for where this field is headed next.

Characteristics that make the medical device, Plenity, unique from other therapies approved for weight management.

What waiting rooms may become in the post-pandemic world.

The ways that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way patients wait for care.