The Mayo Clinic has instituted a Patient and Visitor Conduct Policy that balances the dual needs of providing optimal patient care while maintaining a supportive, respectful workplace for staff.
Patient groups have issued a joint statement today to urge the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to prioritize patient protections as it presides over arguments in the case Texas v United States.
Investigators recommend a case-by-case approach to handle situations when patients request religious concordance or to be transferred to a physician with similar religious beliefs.
A guide to help clinicians understand the medical issues relevant to transgender persons, based on a review of current evidence.
Article offers 5 concrete protocols for supporting trainees when they encounter patient discrimination.
Nearly three-quarters of Americans are concerned about burnout among their clinicians.
Short-term primary care pedometer-based walking interventions can produce lasting health benefits.
Findings revealed 6 categories of pressure general practitioners in The Netherlands experienced in dealing with euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide requests.
Researchers assessed differences in total Medicare spending among older adults with disability who experience negative consequences citing insufficient support with household activities, mobility, or self-care.
Barriers to the integration of behavioral and physical health services for individuals with serious mental illness include differing regulations, provider billing issues, and funding for facilities and services.
