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AAMC Reporter
Researchers Criticize New HIPAA Regulations
Just a year after implementation of the Health Insurance Portability
and Accountability Act (HIPAA), researchers in medical schools are
growing frustrated with some of the regulation's requirements. More >>
Focus on Palliative Care Education Grows
Across the United States and Canada, several medical schools and
researchers have implemented palliative education programs and outlined
the characteristics of effective, compassionate end-of-life care.
More >>
Obesity Takes Center Stage in Health Debate
Despite the wealth of weight-loss supplements available in pharmacies,
numerous fad diets and intense debate on whether low fat or "low
carb" is best, America's waistline has widened over the past
several decades. More >>
Research Finds Poor Physician Habits Begin Early
A new study has confirmed the fears of many medical educators:
a student's unprofessional behavior in medical school is highly
likely to be replicated later in his or her career. More >>
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'Portraits of Medical Education'
This is a final
runner-up in the 2003-2004 AAMC Reporter photography
contest.
A Word from
the President:
Ensuring the Triumph of Professionalism over Self-Interest
Viewpoint:
Medical Education: Time to Reevaluate the Status Quo
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Also in the July Issue:
Blue Cross Windfall
Wisconsin’s two medical schools split a staggering $600 million
when Blue Cross Blue Shield opted to turn a profit. The funds will be
used to jumpstart medical research and development projects.
Palmetto Partnership
South Carolina's medical schools and two largest hospital systems
have formed a venture that will provide at least $160 million to medical
research within the next decade.
Settling Differences
Drexel University offers mediation services to patients who experience
a "bad event,"an outcome considered to be less than satisfactory
medical care. The forum could help to reduce the number of patient lawsuits.
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