At Physician Factor, we're passionate about supporting the knowledge transfer and shared expertise among physicians to drive improvements across healthcare, as well as career development. Here we spotlight news and trends of interest to physicians in our network.
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Expert Panel Calls for Nutrition Competencies in U.S. Medical Education
A group of medical and nutrition experts recommends 36 competencies to address concern that many U.S. physicians are not trained to advise patients about nutrition and food choices.
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New Research Shows the Demand for Mental Health Support in Primary Care
Research conducted in Norway from 2006 to 2019 shows that nearly half of patients consulted their primary care physician about a mental health issue.
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Patients Want Healthcare's Use of AI To Be Clear
Between healthcare chatbots, smart patient records, doctors armed with predictive analytics and frontline staff often interfacing electronically, patients want healthcare interactions and experiences to be transparent and personalized.
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How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Decision-Making in Health Care
Artificial intelligence technology can dramatically improve patient health and is already reshaping the health care landscape. While concerns about its application are valid, the potential of AI to enhance patient outcomes makes cautious optimism from providers warranted.
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5 Commonly Overlooked Cybersecurity Practices in Specialty Groups
Specialty provider groups, while advancing patient care through efficient operations, face heightened cybersecurity risks due to rapid growth and complex integrations. Several critical practices are often neglected and when addressed can significantly strengthen cybersecurity posture and safeguard patient data.
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Three Proactive Steps Your Practice Can Take to Thwart Hackers
The recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare, a pivotal technology provider for numerous U.S. medical practices, has sent shockwaves through the health care industry. Practitioners can continue to protect their patients and positively contribute to their field by taking these three essential steps.
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Strategies to Reduce Bias and Improve the Patient Experience
Healthcare disparities remain a primary focus for healthcare organizations across the U.S. Evidence suggests that these disparities negatively impact patient safety and quality of care as racial and ethnic minority groups are less likely to receive routine care, placing them at a higher risk of morbidity and mortality than non-minorities.
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When You Can’t Find a Specialist
For many patients, seeing a specialist may take months, even with a referral from a primary care physician. For others, there may be no specialists in a patient’s plan. If one were to call the insurance company for assistance, they likely would be given several names in-network, only for the patient to find that the specialist is no longer in-network.
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Revolutionizing Physician Scheduling: The Power of AI in Physician Practices
Since the early 2000s, artificial intelligence (AI) has raised concerns regarding its use in healthcare to manage vast amounts of patient data, ensure proper handling, and maintain robust security measures. Nevertheless, contemporary healthcare organizations are exploring ways AI can safely enhance operational efficiency and support their patient populations, with patient data emerging as one of the most valuable assets within healthcare organizations today.
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Five Steps to Integrate AI Into Your Practice
AI has enormous potential to improve efficiency and decision-making in healthcare organizations, while also improving patient outcomes. It’s only a matter of time before its use becomes the industry standard.
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