Skyrocketing Cancer Drug Prices: Can Oncologists Influence Policy?

Skyrocketing Cancer Drug Prices Can Oncologists Influence Policy Abstract The rapid escalation of cancer drug prices has emerged as a major challenge in contemporary oncology practice, with many newly approved therapies carrying annual costs that exceed one hundred thousand dollars per patient. This

The Endocrine Disruptor Epidemic: What Should Clinicians Be Telling Patients?

The Endocrine Disruptor Epidemic: What Should Clinicians Be Telling Patients? Abstract Endocrine disrupting chemicals represent a growing public health concern that requires heightened awareness and engagement from healthcare professionals across disciplines. These substances, which include both synthetic and naturally occurring compounds, have the capacity

AI Risk Scores vs HEART Score: Which Better Predicts Chest Pain Outcomes?

AI Risk Scores vs HEART Score: Which Better Predicts Chest Pain Outcomes?   Introduction In the United States, AI risk scores vs HEART score chest pain assessment represents a critical frontier in emergency medicine. Approximately 10 million patients present to emergency departments annually with

Climate Change and Children’s Health: Preparing Pediatricians for New Frontiers

Climate Change and Children’s Health: Preparing Pediatricians for New Frontiers Abstract Climate change poses serious threats to children’s health worldwide. This paper examines how environmental changes affect pediatric health outcomes and explores strategies for preparing healthcare professionals to address these challenges. By

Factor 11a Inhibitors vs DOACs: The New Standard in Anticoagulation Therapy?

Factor 11a Inhibitors vs DOACs: The New Standard in Anticoagulation Therapy? Introduction Venous thromboembolism (VTE) affects nearly 900,000 people annually in the United States, with an estimated 60,000-100,000 individuals dying from related complications. Factor 11a inhibitors represent a promising new frontier in anticoagulation

Direct-to-Consumer Lab Testing: Help or Hindrance for Internists?

Direct-to-Consumer Lab Testing: Help or Hindrance for Internists?  Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract Direct-to-consumer laboratory testing has become an increasingly prominent feature of modern healthcare, offering patients the ability to independently order diagnostic tests without the

Controversies in Antiphospholipid Syndrome: DOACs vs. Warfarin

Controversies in Antiphospholipid Syndrome: DOACs vs. Warfarin  Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) represents a complex autoimmune disorder characterized by thrombotic events and pregnancy complications in patients with persistent antiphospholipid antibodies. The traditional anticoagulant

Anesthesia Drug Shortages: Crisis Management in the Operating Room

Anesthesia Drug Shortages: Crisis Management in the Operating Room  Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract Anesthesia drug shortages represent a critical challenge facing modern healthcare systems worldwide. This paper examines the complex factors contributing to these shortages,

Cytokine Engineering: IL-2, IL-15, and Beyond

Cytokine Engineering: IL-2, IL-15, and Beyond  Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract This paper looks into cytokine engineering, with particular focus on interleukin-2 (IL-2) and interleukin-15 (IL-15). These proteins play essential roles in immune system regulation and

Digital CBT and App-Based Psychiatry: Colleague or Competitor?

Digital CBT and App-Based Psychiatry Colleague or Competitor  Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract The integration of digital cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and app-based psychiatric interventions into mental healthcare represents a fundamental shift in treatment delivery. This

Skyrocketing Cancer Drug Prices: Can Oncologists Influence Policy?