Archive for March, 2009

Doctors increasingly close doors to drug reps, while pharma cuts ranks

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
Many physicians see detailers only with scheduled appointments. Drugmakers are responding to hard times with layoffs and a shift toward online marketing.

Shopping list: paper towels, diapers, EMR, milk

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
Wal-Mart says it can make health information technology cheaper and easier for doctors to buy. But is retail the best option?

Ending abortion conscience rule?

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
The regulation, which has split the medical community since its enactment, has many fearing it could endanger funding for and access to care.

2009 budget boosts research, health access

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
The federal spending bill will increase the NIH budget, bolster access to care for the uninsured and add more money for physician training.

White coats in the White House: Former presidential physicians reflect on their service

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
Physicians who treat the president are always on call and prepared for the worst.

Scrubs - Calling Cards