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December 14, 2020
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Elevenses with Mark Lewis, MD: Rare Cancers, On Becoming an Oncologist, and Hope

Elevenses with Mark Lewis, MD: Rare Cancers, On Becoming an Oncologist, and Hope

Mark A. Lewis, MD, is a medical oncologist specializing in cancers of the gastrointestinal tract and accessory organs. In this episode, he talks about his path to becoming a GI oncologist and living with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1.

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November 12, 2020
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AI and Telemedicine for the Retina Specialist

AI and Telemedicine for the Retina Specialist

In this episode, Kester Nahen, PhD, discusses the use of artificial intelligence and telemedicine among retina specialists. We also review Notal Vision’s ForseeHome device and the company’s Home OCT AI-enable platform for monitoring AMD.

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November 08, 2020
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Telemedicine reduces cancellations, no-shows in rheumatology clinics

Telemedicine reduces cancellations, no-shows in rheumatology clinics

Retrospective data from a large U.S. health care system demonstrated that telehealth improved no-show rates and cancellations for rheumatology outpatient appointments.

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October 29, 2020
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Most VA rheumatologists consider telemedicine apt for regular patients with gout, RA, OA

Most VA rheumatologists consider telemedicine apt for regular patients with gout, RA, OA

At least 65% of rheumatologists at Veterans Affairs facilities view telemedicine as appropriate for established patients with gout, stable rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, stable spondyloarthritis and other diseases, researchers noted.

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October 28, 2020
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In-person and online behavioral therapy provides additive benefits in obesity

In-person and online behavioral therapy provides additive benefits in obesity

Intensive behavioral therapy can provide additive weight-loss benefits for adults with obesity when combined with medication and diet, and online therapy could improve access to therapy at a lower cost, according to a speaker.

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October 16, 2020
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Virtual visits, masks, social distancing complicate patient/oncologist connections

Virtual visits, masks, social distancing complicate patient/oncologist connections

As COVID-19 safety precautions and understanding of the virus continue to improve, many cancer centers across the U.S. have been reopening their doors to more patients.

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October 12, 2020
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Substantial racial disparities observed in use of telehealth by patients with cancer

Substantial racial disparities observed in use of telehealth by patients with cancer

Black and Hispanic patients with cancer appeared less likely than white patients to use telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an analysis of New York City health system data presented during ASCO Quality Care Symposium.

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September 30, 2020
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Uprooting the rules of RA management during COVID

Uprooting the rules of RA management during COVID

The term “game-changer” is thrown around freely in the English language vernacular. But it is unlikely that anything in the near future will change the game of rheumatology practice — and, consequently, the management of rheumatoid arthritis — as much as COVID-19.

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September 25, 2020
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APP-provided telehealth can ‘help fill gaps’ in cancer care during pandemic

APP-provided telehealth can ‘help fill gaps’ in cancer care during pandemic

With the advent of the novel coronavirus, the delivery of health care has dramatically changed across the spectrum, requiring physicians, pharmacists and nurses to get creative with patient care.

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September 25, 2020
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Growing patient preference ensures 'telehealth is here to stay' beyond COVID-19

Growing patient preference ensures 'telehealth is here to stay' beyond COVID-19

A recent survey of some 2,000 Americans on the topic of telemedicine revealed a swift and dramatic shift in attitudes toward telehealth visits in the wake of COVID-19.

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