Topic: Dartmouth Institute For Health Policy And Clinical Practice

Will you have surgery or not? Your treatment likely depends on where you live

NY Daily News - 351 days ago
When it comes to elective surgery in the United States, where patients live and which doctors they see play a big role how they are treated, U.S...

You deserve answers about the risks, benefits of medical care

Consumer Reports - 991 days ago
Patients who come to my office for lower-back pain are often seeking a second opinion because they've been told they need surgery. And as it turns out, many get better by waiting it out, which may explain why 35 percent of ...

Medical Home Concept Needs Wide Support to Succeed

Modern Medicine - 1242 days ago
The 'medical home' model, whereby patients can enjoy coordinated primary care within a patient-centered practice model, must overcome several obstacles in order to succeed, according to an article published in the Sept. 18 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.. Elliott ...