Sycom GM RSS feed generatorFri, 05 Feb 2010 08:49:49 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/default.aspxGet information on disease management, patient safety, public health, and resources for patients, including Find-A-Physician, a search engine to find physicians.Copyright 2010en-usTue, 09 Feb 2010 07:16:28 GMT1http://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society offers extensive resources on the most critical diseases affecting patients and helps physicians stay up to date on the latest disease management techniques.Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:38:15 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/DME-changes.aspxNew requirements for physicians who order or refer patients for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies could spell trouble for patients. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:27:28 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Verbal-orders.aspxPhysicians may issue emergency verbal prescriptions for Schedule II controlled drugs but must follow up with a written prescription within seven days.Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:52:25 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Firearms.aspxStates with high rates of gun ownership also have higher suicide rates according to the Harvard School of Public Health. Mon, 11 May 2009 16:00:22 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Diabetes.aspxThese recommendations can help physicians treat patients with Type 2 diabetes. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:19:29 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Freescreenings.aspxUninsured and underinsured women may be eligible for free breast and cervical cancer screenings through a state program.Thu, 01 May 2008 10:55:02 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/AntibioticResistance.aspxReduce antibiotic resistence by using these educational brochures, fact sheets, and other materials supplied by the Pennsylvania Medical Society.Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:44:14 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/HPV.aspxThe State Society recommends that some female patients should receive a vaccine that could prevent an infection that causes up to 70 percent of cervical cancers.Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:10:34 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Asthma.aspxThe State Society offers links to asthma resources and programming from a variety of organizations. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:17:06 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Syphilis.aspxSyphilis is known as "the great imitator" because its early symptoms are similar to those of many other diseases. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:39:43 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Preventiveservicetool.aspxThe Electronic Preventive Services Selector gives clinicians access to the latest recommendations from the US Preventive Services Task Force. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:08:47 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Heartdisease.aspxRecently there has been significant progress in research on heart disease among women and guidelines for better prevention and treatment of the disease. Several agencies and organizations have released their findings and recommendations.Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:16:01 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Opiateusers.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society is urging members to be advocates for patients who are addicted to opiates and other substances. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:41:12 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/Suicide.aspxGreat strides have been made in the understanding the causes and warning signs of suicide. This short article offers a brief review plus links to a number of resources. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:27:37 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/DiseaseManagement/OverweightandObesity.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society provides clinical information, patient education materials, and other resources for treating and managing weight.Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:44:47 GMThttp://www.myfamilywellness.orgTap into the knowledge of the Society's member physicians on our Family Health and Wellness website, where you can find information on highlighted health topics, take a health risk assessment, and more.Fri, 16 May 2008 16:30:46 GMThttps://webapps.pamedsoc.org/findphysician/asppages/main/landingpage.aspxUse the Pennsylvania Medical Society's Find-A-Physician search to locate a physician near you.Fri, 16 May 2008 16:32:09 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientSafety.aspxCommitted to improving patient safety for all Pennsylvanians, the Pennsylvania Medical Society provides news, resources, and tools on various patient safety topics.Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:39:27 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientSafety/Surgicalmarkers.aspxGet tips on finding a surgical marking pen that is safe for your patients and outlasts skin prep solutions. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:25:00 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientSafety/Medication.aspxGet the latest news and alerts about prescription and over-the-counter medications.Wed, 21 Jan 2009 10:44:15 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientSafety/GuidetoAct13.aspxFind definitions and descriptions of the facilities affected by Act 13, reporting requirements, facility responsibilities, and more.Wed, 06 Jan 2010 13:49:39 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientSafety/Seriousincidentprotocol.aspxThe State Society has compiled list of things to keep in mind when informing patients of serious events or incidents.Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:39:41 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientSafety/Resources.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society offers links to many other patient safety resources.Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:00:52 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society gives providers and patients information on health care topics affecting all of us.Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:41:03 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/SIDS.aspxAdvice from a physician may be the greatest factor that gets parents to put their babies to sleep on their backs.Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:35:27 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Haiti.aspxIf you would like to help Haiti recover from the devastating earthquake, consider donating your time, money, or supplies.Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:49:49 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Yagnik.aspxDr. Yagnik has touched many lives during her time at ChesPenn Health Services, which operates three federally qualified community health centers in Chester and Coatesville. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:35:10 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Medication-cleanup.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society is collaborating with Drug Free Pennsylvania and other groups to develop a statewide medication disposal program.Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:31:32 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Breastfeeding.aspxPhysicians of all specialties can help infants get the best start to life by encouraging mothers to breastfeed exclusively for six months.Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:14:37 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/OTC-syringes.aspxNeedles and syringes can now be purchased over-the-counter in Pennsylvania.Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:59:55 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/HIVtesting.aspxThe CDC recommends that everyone be tested for HIV as part of routine medical care, but state law hasn't caught up.Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:51:51 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/DomesticViolence.aspxTo increase awareness and assist you in identifying victims of domestic violence, the Pennsylvania Medical Society has created reference tools for physicians and patients. Wed, 07 May 2008 13:55:35 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Influenza.aspxFri, 04 Dec 2009 15:57:11 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Pain.aspxTue, 18 Aug 2009 15:43:44 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Chronic-care-initiative.aspxTwo physicians look back on their first year with Pennsylvania's chronic care initiative, which helped them redesign their practices to better care for patients with chronic diseases.Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:34:57 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/LTC-form.aspxA team of Pennsylvania health care organizations has developed a form that will help long-term care facilities and physicians coordinate patient care.Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:19:14 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Cultural-competency.aspxIt is important for physicians to be compassionate and sensitive to patients' cultural backgrounds.Tue, 31 Mar 2009 09:06:50 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Tanning-bill.aspxMany states have taken steps to regulate tanning facilities and establish age restrictions, but Pennsylvania's facilities are still unregulated. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:49:16 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Cancercampaign.aspxPennsylvania sees more cases of colon cancer and more deaths from colon cancer than many other states.Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:43:18 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Freeclinics.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medial Society is exploring how to shore up Pennsylvania's safety net for the uninsured, and how physicians can help.Wed, 11 Mar 2009 10:56:41 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Deathcertificates.aspxDeath certificates are vital to public health, epidemiology, and the deceased's loved ones.Fri, 15 May 2009 16:41:11 GMThttp://www.pacode.com/secure/data/028/chapter23/subchapCtoc.htmlState regulation listing the immunization requirements of children entering and attending schools in the commonwealth.Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:21:43 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Reportablediseases.aspxThis publication includes lists of reportable diseases, how and where to report, confidentiality rules, and penalties for failing to report.Mon, 19 May 2008 14:14:15 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Newbornscreening.aspxSome newborn diseases must be reported to the state.Tue, 30 Oct 2007 12:09:43 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Publichealthemergency.aspxBecause the public looks to physicians for help and information about all aspects of health care, it's critical to consider the potential roles in a public health emergency and prepare to fill them. Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:49:35 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/Ricin.aspxThese emergency preparedness and bioterrorism fact sheets come from the Pennsylvania Department of Health.Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:28:55 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PublicHealth/AdolescentPatientsGrowth.aspxTools for physicians to use in their offices.Tue, 30 Oct 2007 13:22:06 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection.aspxThis member newsletter focuses on public health news, patient safety initiatives, and other resources to preserve the patient-physician relationship.Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:52:36 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/Jan-21-2010.aspxHow You Can Help Haiti; H1N1 Vaccines Open to Everyone; Tips on Storing H1N1 Influenza VaccineThu, 21 Jan 2010 16:42:35 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/Nov-19-2009.aspxPractice What You Prescribe: Get Vaccinated; DEA Clarifies Requirements for Verbal Prescriptions of Controlled Substances; Patients May Not Know Best Way to Lay Infants to SleepWed, 20 Jan 2010 10:27:22 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/Patient-Connection-Podcast-.aspxMany health care workers have yet to be immunized for H1N1. Diane Seibert, Patient Advocacy Project Manager for the Pennsylvania Medical Society, discusses the importance of getting vaccinated.Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:01:02 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/Patient-Connection.aspxMike Huff of the Pennsylvania Department of Health discusses the swine flu vaccines and high risk groups.Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:24:51 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/Sept-10-2009.aspxPhysicians Can Pre-Register to Give H1N1 Flu Shots; Spotlight on Pain Management; 'Good Medicine' Columns Offers Tips for PatientsThu, 10 Sep 2009 16:20:00 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/July-16-2009.aspxAs Swine Flu Rises, Need for State Testing Drops; Guide to Treating High-Risk, Hospitalized Swine Flu Patients; Form Helps Coordinate Care for Seniors Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:58:26 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/Patient-Connection-July-2009.aspxJoseph Sassani, MD, discusses a new form developed to help long-term care facilities and physicians coordinate care.Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:51:37 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/May-13-2009.aspxInfectious Disease Specialists: Stay Alert to Swine Flu Spread; Physicians Can Play Important Part in Reducing Suicides by Firearm; Physicians Asked to Report Opioid ShortagesWed, 08 Jul 2009 13:52:51 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/Patient-Connection-from-the-PA-Medical-Society.aspxListen to interviews on the swine flu and the correlation between guns in the home and suicide.Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:52:49 GMThttp://www.pamedsoc.org/MainMenuCategories/PatientCare/PatientConnection/April-21-2009.aspxState Grants Help Physicians Fine-tune Chronic Disease CareWed, 08 Jul 2009 13:56:49 GMT