Whistleblowing
Physician Impairment
Physicians, Primary Care
Physicians, Family
Physician's Practice Patterns
Papilledema
Swelling of the OPTIC DISK, usually in association with increased intracranial pressure, characterized by hyperemia, blurring of the disk margins, microhemorrhages, blind spot enlargement, and engorgement of retinal veins. Chronic papilledema may cause OPTIC ATROPHY and visual loss. (Miller et al., Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology, 4th ed, p175)
Cerebrospinal Fluid Pressure
Scotoma
Encyclopedias as Topic
Visual Acuity
Clarity or sharpness of OCULAR VISION or the ability of the eye to see fine details. Visual acuity depends on the functions of RETINA, neuronal transmission, and the interpretative ability of the brain. Normal visual acuity is expressed as 20/20 indicating that one can see at 20 feet what should normally be seen at that distance. Visual acuity can also be influenced by brightness, color, and contrast.
Hyperopia
A refractive error in which rays of light entering the eye parallel to the optic axis are brought to a focus behind the retina, as a result of the eyeball being too short from front to back. It is also called farsightedness because the near point is more distant than it is in emmetropia with an equal amplitude of accommodation. (Dorland, 27th ed)
The misuse of alcohol and other drugs by doctors: a UK report and one region's response. (1/85)
This Commentary reviews the report from the Working Group on the Misuse of Alcohol and Other Drugs by Doctors, and considers the response of a Scottish region to it. The report confirms that alcohol and drug misuse in doctors is a threat to patients and that the problem in doctors is not being addressed satisfactorily. Support for the establishment of dedicated services is outlined. Local enquiries confirmed that the reported conclusions were universally supported, but extensive work was required to incorporate the issues into student teaching, postgraduate training, continuing professional education, and future revalidation procedures. A proposal to establish a local, confidential, anonymous, informal contact point is outlined to promote early intervention and limit the development of entrenched morbidity relating to substance misuse. The intention is to monitor the utility of that arrangement by audit. (+info)Doctors and the assessment of blood glucose testing sticks: does colour blindness matter? (2/85)
A group of doctors with congenital colour vision deficiency (CCVD) were compared with a group of controls in their assessment of colour blocks in the colour range of a widely available blood glucose testing stick. The majority of doctors with CCVD agreed with controls on colour matching. However, subjects with severe CCVD tended to match test blocks to a wider range of options than either those with a less severe defect or controls. This paper discusses the implications of these findings. (+info)The challenge of problem residents. (3/85)
Internal medicine residency training is demanding and residents can experience a wide variety of professional and personal difficulties. Residency programs everywhere have had and will continue to have problem residents. Training programs should be equipped to effectively identify and manage residents who experience problems. Previous articles that have been published on the topic of problem residents primarily addressed concerns such as impairment due to depression and substance abuse. The content of this article is derived from a comprehensive review of the literature as well as other data sources such as interviews with program directors and workshops at national professional meetings. This article focuses primarily on four issues related to problem residents: their identification, underlying causes, management, and prevention. The study attempts to be evidence-based, wherever possible, highlighting what is known. Recommendations based on the synthesis of the data are also made. Future ongoing studies of problem residents will improve our understanding of the matters involved, and may ultimately lead to improved outcomes for these trainees. (+info)Challenge of culture, conscience, and contract to general practitioners' care of their own health: qualitative study. (4/85)
OBJECTIVE: To explore general practitioners' perceptions of the effects of their profession and training on their attitudes to illness in themselves and colleagues. DESIGN: Qualitative study using focus groups and in depth interviews. SETTING: Primary care in Northern Ireland. PARTICIPANTS: 27 general practitioners, including six recently appointed principals and six who also practised occupational medicine part time. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Participants' views about their own and colleagues' health. RESULTS: Participants were concerned about the current level of illness within the profession. They described their need to portray a healthy image to both patients and colleagues. This hindered acknowledgement of personal illness and engaging in health screening. Embarrassment in adopting the role of a patient and concerns about confidentiality also influenced their reactions to personal illness. Doctors' attitudes can impede their access to appropriate health care for themselves, their families, and their colleagues. A sense of conscience towards patients and colleagues and the working arrangements of the practice were cited as reasons for working through illness and expecting colleagues to do likewise. CONCLUSIONS: General practitioners perceive that their professional position and training adversely influence their attitudes to illness in themselves and their colleagues. Organisational changes within general practice, including revalidation, must take account of barriers experienced by general practitioners in accessing health care. Medical education and culture should strive to promote appropriate self care among doctors. (+info)Underperforming doctors in general practice: a survey of referrals to UK Deaneries. (5/85)
BACKGROUND: National Health Service Executive guidelines for rehabilitation of general practitioners (GPs) who require professional support state that these GPs should be advised to contact the Director of Postgraduate General Practice Education in their Deanery. There has been concern about how the needs of these GPs can be met without additional resources. AIM: To monitor and describe the process and outcome of these referrals over a two-year period to assess the size of the problem, to share good practice, and to identify any deficiencies in the system. DESIGN OF STUDY: Quarterly postal questionnaires. SETTING: Deaneries in the United Kingdom, which are geographically-based organisational units for the management of general practice education. METHODS: Three postal questionnaires were devised to cover General Medical Council (GMC) referrals to Deaneries, health authority referrals, and referrals made by Deaneries to the GMC Non-responders were contacted by telephone. RESULTS: Twenty-seven GPs were referred by the GMC, 72 were referred by health authorities, and 18 referrals were made by Deaneries to the GMC. The information provided to Deaneries by the GMC was timely in just over half the cases, and was left to be appropriate in two-thirds of cases. Information provided by health authorities was almost always timely, detailed, and appropriate. The action required by the GMC was felt to be inappropriate in five cases, and not feasible in eight cases. No extra resources were available in the majority of cases. Information about outcome for the GP was either unavailable or unclear in over half the cases. CONCLUSION: This monitoring exercise has revealed several deficiencies in the system for dealing with the educational needs of underperforming GPs. There is a needfor a clear national protocol for referral of GPs to Deaneries and for the support that Deaneries can be expected to provide. (+info)An epidemic pattern of murder. (6/85)
The dates and places of 105 suspected or proven murders committed by Dr H. Shipman of Hyde in Greater Manchester between 1984 and 1998 were subjected to epidemiological analysis. These interim data were assembled through a variety of media sources and were based upon court proceedings and police investigations. The analysis revealed a significant excess of case pairs separated jointly by distances <0.6 km and by times <7 days. These sequences were also associated with purely geographical groupings within spatial diameters <0.2 km, but with longer time intervals. This was confirmed by an extended analysis of case triplets occurring within short times and distances. They showed a significant excess. These clusters were probably generated by a combination of psychopathic obsession, of local opportunity, and of caution; and in similar circumstances could occur again. The findings demand the regular display of mortality data in a format permitting the intuitive recognition of similar phenomena elsewhere. (+info)One hundred alcoholic doctors: a 21-year follow-up. (7/85)
AIMS: This paper reports the long-term recovery rate among 100 alcoholic doctors over a 21-year period. Included are 20 doctors who relapsed and re-recovered, 10 who died of non-alcohol related causes and eight who died of alcohol-linked causes. Also reported are abstinence, attendance at self-help group meetings, mortality and employment. METHODS: Selected doctors were the first 100 consecutive alcoholic doctors to become members of the North West Doctors and Dentists Group (NWDDG) between 1980 and 1988. Information sources combine prospective data obtained from each doctor at the time of first contact with the results of questionnaires distributed in 1988 and 2001 and continuing prospective reporting of mortality by relatives. RESULTS: There is a 9% incidence of oral or oesophagopharyngeal cancer. Reported mortality, mostly by relatives, revealed that 24 doctors died directly of their alcoholism. We observed a 73% recovery rate for a 17-year average duration, over a 21-year period. Comparison of recovery with abstinence showed a strong correlation. For the first 6 months of recovery, there was also a strong relationship between recovery and attending meetings of self-help groups. This relationship is not sustained in the long term, though 14 doctors with an average recovery of 20 years still attend meetings regularly. Of 56 doctors currently known to have survived, 29 have retired and 27 are still working as doctors. Three doctors have been drinking normally for an average of 17 years. (+info)Stress, satisfaction and burnout among Dutch medical specialists. (8/85)
BACKGROUND: Stress and stress-related illnesses are increasing among medical specialists. This threatens the quality of patient care. In this study we investigated (a) levels of job stress and job satisfaction among medical specialists, (b) factors contributing to stress and satisfaction and (c) the effect of stress and satisfaction on burnout. METHODS: A questionnaire was mailed to a random sample of 2400 Dutch medical specialists. Measures included job stress, job satisfaction, burnout, personal characteristics, job characteristics and perceived working conditions. RESULTS: The final response rate was 63%. Of the respondents, 55% acknowledged high levels of stress, and 81% reported high job satisfaction. Personal and job characteristics explained 2%-6% of the variance in job stress and satisfaction. Perceived working conditions were more important, explaining 24% of the variance in job stress and 34% of the variance in job satisfaction. Among perceived working conditions, the interference of work on home life (odds ratio [OR] 1.54, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.35-1.76) and not being able to live up to one's professional standards (OR 1.57, 95% CI 1.37-1.80) were most related to stress. Feeling poorly managed and resourced (OR 2.07, 95% CI 1.76-2.43) diminished job satisfaction. Burnout was explained by both high stress and low satisfaction (41% of variance explained) rather than by stress alone. INTERPRETATION: Our study showed a protective effect of job satisfaction against the negative consequences of work stress as well as the importance of organizational rather than personal factors in managing both stress and satisfaction. (+info)Whistleblowing in a medical context refers to the act of reporting or disclosing illegal, unethical, or harmful practices within a healthcare organization or industry, typically by a person who is insider to that organization and believes that the public has a right to know.
Whistleblowing is not a medical term, but it can be relevant in the context of healthcare and medical ethics. Whistleblowing refers to the act of reporting or disclosing illegal, unethical, or otherwise questionable practices or activities within an organization, usually by a person who is insider to that organization. In the medical field, whistleblowing might involve reporting misconduct such as patient abuse, fraudulent billing, or violations of research ethics. Whistleblowers may face retaliation from their employers or colleagues, so many jurisdictions have laws and regulations in place to protect them.
"Physician impairment refers to a physician's diminished ability to perform their medical duties safely and effectively due to a physical or mental condition, substance use disorder, or behavioral issue."
Physician impairment is a state in which a physician's ability to practice medicine safely and effectively is compromised due to a physical or mental condition, substance use disorder, or behavioral issue. This can include conditions such as chronic illness, addiction, cognitive decline, or psychological disorders that may affect the physician's judgment, decision-making, motor skills, or emotional stability.
It is important for regulatory bodies and healthcare organizations to identify and address physician impairment in order to ensure patient safety and maintain the integrity of the medical profession. This can involve providing support and resources for physicians who are struggling with these issues, as well as implementing policies and procedures for monitoring and addressing impaired physicians.
'Physicians' are medical doctors who practice medicine, diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, or diseases, and are licensed to prescribe medication and perform surgical procedures.
A physician is a healthcare professional who practices medicine, providing medical care and treatment to patients. Physicians may specialize in various fields of medicine, such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, psychiatry, or radiology, among others. They are responsible for diagnosing and treating illnesses, injuries, and disorders; prescribing medications; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; providing counseling and education to patients; and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. Physicians may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and academic medical centers. To become a physician, one must complete a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree program and pass licensing exams to practice medicine in their state.
Primary care physicians are healthcare professionals who provide first-contact and continuous care for patients, focusing on preventive medicine, disease prevention and health promotion, and managing a wide range of health issues, often serving as the patient's main point of contact within the healthcare system.
Primary care physicians are medical professionals who provide first-contact and continuous care for patients with acute and chronic physical, mental, and social health problems. They serve as the patient's main point of entry into the healthcare system and act as the patient's advocate in coordinating access to and delivery of appropriate healthcare services. Primary care physicians may include general practitioners, family medicine specialists, internists, pediatricians, and geriatricians.
Primary care involves the widest scope of healthcare, including all ages of patients, patients of all socioeconomic and geographic origins, and patients seeking to maintain optimal health, as well as those with all types of acute and chronic physical, mental and social health issues. Primary care includes disease prevention, health promotion, patient education, and diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses.
Primary care physicians are trained to recognize a wide range of health problems and to provide initial treatment or make referrals to medical subspecialists or other healthcare professionals as needed. They may also provide ongoing, person-centered care, including chronic disease management, and they play an important role in coordinating the care provided by other healthcare professionals and specialists.
Primary care physicians are often based in community settings such as private practices, community health centers, or hospital outpatient departments, and they may work in teams with nurses, social workers, mental health professionals, and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Family Physicians are specialists in first-contact and continuing care for individuals, families, and communities, who apply scientific knowledge and skills to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, diseases, and injuries, through comprehensive health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, employing all appropriate procedures and technologies, including the use of therapeutic agents where necessary, within the context of family and community dynamics. (As defined by the American Academy of Family Physicians)
"Family Physicians" are medical doctors who provide comprehensive primary care to individuals and families of all ages. They are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions, from minor illnesses to complex diseases. In addition to providing acute care, family physicians also focus on preventive medicine, helping their patients maintain their overall health and well-being through regular checkups, screenings, and immunizations. They often serve as the patient's main point of contact within the healthcare system, coordinating care with specialists and other healthcare professionals as needed. Family physicians may work in private practices, community health centers, hospitals, or other healthcare settings.
'Physician's practice patterns' refer to the individual habits, choices, and decision-making processes that physicians employ when providing medical care, including their treatment preferences, diagnostic testing rates, and communication styles, which can vary widely even among practitioners treating similar conditions or patient populations.
Physician's practice patterns refer to the individual habits and preferences of healthcare providers when it comes to making clinical decisions and managing patient care. These patterns can encompass various aspects, such as:
1. Diagnostic testing: The types and frequency of diagnostic tests ordered for patients with similar conditions.
2. Treatment modalities: The choice of treatment options, including medications, procedures, or referrals to specialists.
3. Patient communication: The way physicians communicate with their patients, including the amount and type of information shared, as well as the level of patient involvement in decision-making.
4. Follow-up care: The frequency and duration of follow-up appointments, as well as the monitoring of treatment effectiveness and potential side effects.
5. Resource utilization: The use of healthcare resources, such as hospitalizations, imaging studies, or specialist consultations, and the associated costs.
Physician practice patterns can be influenced by various factors, including medical training, clinical experience, personal beliefs, guidelines, and local availability of resources. Understanding these patterns is essential for evaluating the quality of care, identifying potential variations in care, and implementing strategies to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
A physician's role is to provide medical diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients, collaborate with healthcare professionals, promote health education, and maintain ethical standards while respecting patient autonomy and confidentiality.
A physician's role is defined as a licensed healthcare professional who practices medicine, diagnoses and treats injuries or illnesses, and promotes health and wellness. Physicians may specialize in various fields such as cardiology, dermatology, psychiatry, surgery, etc., requiring additional training and certification beyond medical school. They are responsible for providing comprehensive medical care to patients, including:
1. Obtaining a patient's medical history and performing physical examinations
2. Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
3. Developing treatment plans based on their diagnosis
4. Prescribing medications or performing procedures as necessary
5. Coordinating with other healthcare professionals for multidisciplinary care
6. Providing counseling and education to patients about their health, disease prevention, and wellness promotion
7. Advocating for their patients' rights and ensuring quality of care
8. Maintaining accurate medical records and staying updated on the latest medical research and advancements in their field.
'Physicians, Women' refers to medical doctors who identify as female, regardless of their specialty or patient population.'
"Physicians, Women" refers to medical doctors who identify as female. They have completed the required education and training to provide medical diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care to patients. They can specialize in various fields such as cardiology, pediatrics, psychiatry, surgery, etc. Their role is to promote and restore health by providing comprehensive medical care to individuals, families, and communities.
Papilledema is a medical term that refers to the swelling of the optic nerve head, also known as the disc, within the eye, typically caused by increased intracranial pressure and often characterized by various visual symptoms.
Papilledema is a medical term that refers to swelling of the optic nerve head, also known as the disc, which is the point where the optic nerve enters the back of the eye (the retina). This swelling can be caused by increased pressure within the skull, such as from brain tumors, meningitis, or idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Papilledema is usually detected through a routine eye examination and may be accompanied by symptoms such as headaches, visual disturbances, and nausea. If left untreated, papilledema can lead to permanent vision loss.
Cerebrospinal Fluid Pressure (CSFP) is the pressure exerted by the cerebrospinal fluid, which primarily protects and cushions the brain and spinal cord, against the inner surface of the dura mater, the outermost layer of the meninges.
Cerebrospinal Fluid Pressure (CSFP) is the pressure exerted by the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), a clear, colorless fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord. CSF acts as a cushion for the brain, allowing it to float within the skull and protecting it from trauma.
The normal range of CSFP is typically between 6 and 18 cm of water (cm H2O) when measured in the lateral decubitus position (lying on one's side). Elevated CSFP can be a sign of various medical conditions, such as hydrocephalus, meningitis, or brain tumors. Conversely, low CSFP may indicate dehydration or other underlying health issues.
It is important to monitor and maintain normal CSFP levels, as abnormal pressure can lead to serious neurological complications, including damage to the optic nerve, cognitive impairment, and even death in severe cases. Regular monitoring of CSFP may be necessary for individuals with conditions that affect CSF production or absorption.
Scotoma is a medical term that refers to a partial, localized loss of vision or blind spot in the visual field, often surrounded by a region of lessened vision and typically occurring in otherwise normal vision, which can be either temporary or permanent.
A scotoma is a blind spot or area of reduced vision within the visual field. It's often surrounded by an area of less distinct vision and can be caused by various conditions such as eye diseases, neurological disorders, or brain injuries. A scotoma may be temporary or permanent, depending on its underlying cause.
There are different types of scotomas, including:
1. Central scotoma - a blind spot in the center of the visual field, often associated with conditions like age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
2. Paracentral scotoma - a blind spot located slightly away from the center of the visual field, which can be caused by optic neuritis or other optic nerve disorders.
3. Peripheral scotoma - a blind spot in the peripheral vision, often associated with retinal diseases like retinitis pigmentosa.
4. Absolute scotoma - a complete loss of vision in a specific area of the visual field.
5. Relative scotoma - a partial loss of vision in which some details can still be perceived, but not as clearly or vividly as in normal vision.
It is essential to consult an eye care professional if you experience any changes in your vision or notice a scotoma, as early detection and treatment can help prevent further vision loss.
"Ocular refraction is the bending of light as it passes through the ocular media and changes direction due to varying degrees of refractive power at the air-cornea interface and throughout the lens, ultimately determining the accurate focus and clear visual perception of images on the retina."
Ocular refraction is a medical term that refers to the bending of light as it passes through the optical media of the eye, including the cornea and lens. This process allows the eye to focus light onto the retina, creating a clear image. The refractive power of the eye is determined by the curvature and transparency of these structures.
In a normal eye, light rays are bent or refracted in such a way that they converge at a single point on the retina, producing a sharp and focused image. However, if the curvature of the cornea or lens is too steep or too flat, the light rays may not converge properly, resulting in a refractive error such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or astigmatism.
Ocular refraction can be measured using a variety of techniques, including retinoscopy, automated refraction, and subjective refraction. These measurements are used to determine the appropriate prescription for corrective lenses such as eyeglasses or contact lenses. In some cases, ocular refractive errors may be corrected surgically through procedures such as LASIK or PRK.
"Encyclopedias, as a medical topic, refer to comprehensive and organized collections of information on various medical disciplines, theories, practices, diseases, treatments, and related health sciences, serving as extensive reference sources for medical professionals, students, researchers, and general public." (29 words)
An encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work containing articles on various topics, usually arranged in alphabetical order. In the context of medicine, a medical encyclopedia is a collection of articles that provide information about a wide range of medical topics, including diseases and conditions, treatments, tests, procedures, and anatomy and physiology. Medical encyclopedias may be published in print or electronic formats and are often used as a starting point for researching medical topics. They can provide reliable and accurate information on medical subjects, making them useful resources for healthcare professionals, students, and patients alike. Some well-known examples of medical encyclopedias include the Merck Manual and the Stedman's Medical Dictionary.
Visual acuity is the measure of the sharpness or clarity of vision at a distance, typically tested using an eye chart and expressed as a fraction, with the numerator representing the test distance (usually 20 feet) and the denominator indicating the smallest line of type that can be read clearly.
Visual acuity is a measure of the sharpness or clarity of vision. It is usually tested by reading an eye chart from a specific distance, such as 20 feet (6 meters). The standard eye chart used for this purpose is called the Snellen chart, which contains rows of letters that decrease in size as you read down the chart.
Visual acuity is typically expressed as a fraction, with the numerator representing the testing distance and the denominator indicating the smallest line of type that can be read clearly. For example, if a person can read the line on the eye chart that corresponds to a visual acuity of 20/20, it means they have normal vision at 20 feet. If their visual acuity is 20/40, it means they must be as close as 20 feet to see what someone with normal vision can see at 40 feet.
It's important to note that visual acuity is just one aspect of overall vision and does not necessarily reflect other important factors such as peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, or contrast sensitivity.
Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, is a common refractive error where distant objects can be seen clearly but closer ones appear blurry due to the eye's inability to focus light directly on the retina because of a shorter-than-normal eyeball or a cornea that is not curved enough.
Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, is a refractive error in which the eye does not focus light directly on the retina when looking at a distant object. Instead, light is focused behind the retina, causing close-up objects to appear blurry. This condition usually results from the eyeball being too short or the cornea having too little curvature. It can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.
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Mild cognitive impairment - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
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Visual impairment due to intracranial pressure - Wikipedia
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Visual impairment14
- What Is Visual Impairment? (kidshealth.org)
- Visual impairment is a term experts use to describe any kind of vision loss, whether it's someone who cannot see at all or someone who has partial vision loss. (kidshealth.org)
- Spaceflight-associated neuro-ocular syndrome (SANS), previously known as Spaceflight-induced visual impairment, is hypothesized to be a result of increased intracranial pressure (ICP), although, experiments directly measuring ICP in parabolic flight have shown ICP to be in normal physiological ranges during acute weightless exposure. (wikipedia.org)
- As a person with a visual impairment, how have your background and experiences shaped your scholarship and career? (ed.gov)
- I have a congenital visual impairment, so I have had low vision all my life. (ed.gov)
- The combination of my own experiences as a child and adult with a visual impairment coupled with my experiences teaching children and then preparing TVIs worked together to shape my research agenda. (ed.gov)
- Dr. Beal was always willing to discuss accommodations I needed due to my visual impairment and to work with me to find solutions. (ed.gov)
- When a person is unable to see clearly, even with corrective eye wear, it is known as a visual impairment. (doctordisability.com)
- In some cases, a person who has a minor visual impairment may eventually worsen to the point that he or she is completely blind. (doctordisability.com)
- In other cases, a visual impairment may never progress to that extreme. (doctordisability.com)
- Common eye conditions that result in visual impairment include glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. (doctordisability.com)
- Injuries to the eye may also result in visual impairment, particularly in people who do not otherwise have any eye or health problems. (doctordisability.com)
- A person's age and a family history of blindness or other forms of visual impairment create a greater risk. (doctordisability.com)
- Even habits such as smoking can lead to visual impairment by increasing one's risk of macular degeneration. (doctordisability.com)
Dementia11
- Those physicians' evaluations led to a diagnosis that Brockman's symptoms were consistent with Parkinson's disease or Lewy body dementia, according to court filings in the case, including in defense lawyers' December 2020 request for a competency hearing. (autonews.com)
- TUESDAY, June 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) - Vision impairment is associated with increased risks for cognitive impairment and dementia in older adults, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis recently published in Aging and Mental Health . (physiciansweekly.com)
- For older adults with vision impairment, the odds of baseline cognitive impairment were greater (odds ratio, 2.37), as well as the risks for incident cognitive impairment (relative risk, 1.41) and dementia (relative risk, 1.44), compared to those without vision impairment at baseline. (physiciansweekly.com)
- Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is the stage between the expected decline in memory and thinking that happens with age and the more serious decline of dementia. (mayoclinic.org)
- To this end, we speak with Glenn Smith, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, about the cognitive remediation program he has developed to address cognitive and emotional changes associated with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia, the Healthy Action to Benefit Independence of Thinking (HABIT) program. (navneuro.com)
- Prevalence of cognitive impairment without dementia in the United States // Ann. (vrachjournal.ru)
- Progression of mild cognitive impairment to dementia in clinic vs community based cohorts // Arch. (vrachjournal.ru)
- Instead, doctors may recommend drugs used to treat other types of dementia. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Physically intensive jobs, including jobs in retail, nursing, and farming, were linked to a higher risk of mild cognitive impairment, which could lead to dementia, in a recent study. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Objective To summarise evidence on the preventive effects of continuing education on mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's-type dementia in adults 45 years or older. (bmj.com)
- Even people with mild dementia or cognitive impairment can make their goals and preferences known when health care practitioners use simple explanations and questions. (msdmanuals.com)
Mild17
- The mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is defined as a discreet loss of memory and sometimes others abilities. (bvsalud.org)
- But some people with mild cognitive impairment might never get worse. (mayoclinic.org)
- If concerns with mental function go beyond what's expected, the symptoms may be due to mild cognitive impairment (MCI). (mayoclinic.org)
- However, this reduction in size is greater in those with mild cognitive impairment and even more dramatic in people with Alzheimer's disease. (mayoclinic.org)
- Note the difference in size between a healthy brain (top), a mild cognitive impairment brain (middle) and an Alzheimer's disease brain (bottom). (mayoclinic.org)
- There's no single cause of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), although MCI may be due to early Alzheimer's disease. (mayoclinic.org)
- A behavioral rehabilitation intervention for amnestic mild cognitive impairment. (navneuro.com)
- Mild cognitive impairment: clinical characterization and outcome. (navneuro.com)
- Vitamin E and donepezil for the treatment of mild cognitive impairment. (navneuro.com)
- A survey of patient and partner outcome and treatment preferences in mild cognitive impairment. (navneuro.com)
- What are the new treatment modalities in Mild Cognitive Impairment? (medtalks.in)
- Mild and moderate cognitive impairments (CIs) are observed in the early stages of cerebral diseases and widespread in clinical practice. (vrachjournal.ru)
- Mild cognitive impairment: 10 years later // Arch. (vrachjournal.ru)
- Nagaraia D., Jayashree S. Randomised study of the dopamine receptor agonist piribedil in the treatment of mild cognitive impairment // Am. J. Psychiatry. (vrachjournal.ru)
- Symptoms of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) include memory loss, language disturbance (eg, difficulty finding words), attention deficit problems, and deterioration in visuospatial skills. (medscape.com)
- Can Apathy in Mild Cognitive Impairment Predict Alzheimer's Disease? (medscape.com)
- Vision impairment may be mild in some and extreme to the point of blindness in others. (doctordisability.com)
Associated with vision impairment1
- Based upon 16 included studies (76,373 participants), the researchers observed increased risks for adverse cognitive outcomes associated with vision impairment identified by subjective measures (odds ratio, 1.63) and objective measures (odds ratio, 1.59). (physiciansweekly.com)
Function impairment1
- These data reinforce the evidence that people living with HIV are more exposed to lung function impairment than HIV-negative individuals. (aidsmap.com)
Prevalence2
- The results of the present study provide support for a clear relationship between burnout and disturbed sleep, as shown by the high prevalence of insomnia and poor sleep quality among physicians with high levels of burnout. (nih.gov)
- Diabetic Retinopathy, an avoidable condition is the fifth leading cause of blindness in 2020 and as the global prevalence of diabetes increases, the prevalence of vision loss from DR will also increase. (who.int)
Functional3
- This June, ACP took steps toward both goals by publishing a position paper, " Physician Impairment and Rehabilitation: Reintegration Into Medical Practice While Ensuring Patient Safety ," detailing a framework for the profession's response, including a distinction between functional impairment and potentially impairing illness and best practices for physician health programs. (acpinternist.org)
- The Florida Impairment Schedule defines impairment as anatomic or functional abnormality or loss after maximal medical improvement (MMI) has been achieved. (medscape.com)
- To evaluate the effects of adalimumab on patient-reported outcomes of joint-related and skin-related functional impairment, health-related quality of life, fatigue and pain in patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). (bmj.com)
Rehabilitation1
- During the lengthy rehabilitation process following the accident, Dr Hafeez became a role model and a source of inspiration for other patients. (who.int)
Alzheimer's2
- Memory impairment can be caused by a variety of factors and not all memory impairment symptoms mean that someone has Alzheimer's disease. (clementmanor.com)
- The "Alzheimer's Early Detection Worksheet" below can help you and your loved one prepare for a visit to the doctor. (clementmanor.com)
Symptoms2
- Sadly, although physicians globally have a lower mortality risk from other common causes such as cancer and heart disease relative to the general population (presumably related to knowledge of self care, awareness of symptoms, and acess to early diagnosis), it is believed they have a significantly higher risk of dying from suicide, the end stage of an eminently treatable disease process, depression. (medscape.com)
- In his letter to the editor, Dr. Murphy opines against theuse of a first-generation antipsychotic as a comparator in ourstudy, 1 stating that 'the mean dose of haloperidol used (17.11mg) invariably induces secondary negative symptoms. (psychiatrist.com)
Disability6
- On July 19, 2013, the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals released its opinion in Gore v. Lafarge North America, Inc. wherein it addressed the trial judge's ability to assign a disability rating that is lower than the impairment rating issued by the authorized treating physician. (fishnelson.com)
- In Alabama, a judge is not limited by the impairment rating when assigning a disability rating. (fishnelson.com)
- Although it is common for trial judges to use the impairment rating assigned by the doctor as a minimum, it is unusual to see a disability rating that is lower than the impairment rating. (fishnelson.com)
- As a resulted, the judge reduced the doctor's 20% impairment rating to a 10% disability rating to account for the preexisting condition causing some of the current disability and not the on the job accident. (fishnelson.com)
- The Court of Appeals ruled that the evidenced supported the Trial Court's finding that a portion of the 20% disability issued by the doctor was not the result of the accident but was the result of the preexisting degenerative condition. (fishnelson.com)
- Some of the factors that influence health-related quality of life, such as mental impairment, disability, chronic pain, dependency on caregivers, and social isolation, may be obvious to people and their doctors. (msdmanuals.com)
Blindness1
- Income level also contributes to higher risks of blindness and vision impairment. (doctordisability.com)
Disorders1
- Dr Henderson is an Associate Professor in Ageing and Movement Disorders at the University of Bristol where she leads the Ageing and Movement Research Group, overseeing delivering of an ambitious portfolio of clinical trials in age-related health conditions. (nuffieldhealth.com)
Person's1
- The rating does not convey any information about the effect of the impairment on the person's capacity to meet personal, social, or occupational demands. (medscape.com)
Visually impaired1
- Currently, 3.8 million people are blind or visually impaired due to DR with 1 million people irreversibly blind. (who.int)
Parkinson's1
- I completed my PhD at the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit in Cambridge, working on the genetic basis of cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease. (plymouth.ac.uk)
Geriatric1
- A keen educator, she has pioneered a new undergraduate curriculum in geriatric medicine and is frequently invited to speak, including at international congresses and The Royal College of Physicians. (nuffieldhealth.com)
Glaucoma1
- Noncommunicable eye conditions, such as DR, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, complications of high myopia and rare eye diseases impact increasing numbers while posing significant challenge to health systems. (who.int)
Difficulty3
- Dr. Z was in a salaried position, so there was little financial incentive to work harder, but he just had difficulty saying "no" to patients and colleagues. (medscape.com)
- and physicians can have difficulty determining the exact cause of the problem. (cdc.gov)
- These impairments range from difficulty concentrating and poor problem-solving skills to reduced emotional regulation and increased risk of depression. (drsleep.net)
Intervention1
- AnimalWatch-VI Suite: A comprehensive program for increasing access to science and math for students with visual impairments and An Intervention to Provide Youth with Visual Impairments with Strategies to Access Graphical Information in Math Word Problems . (ed.gov)
20191
- A 2019 study found that more than 300 doctors die by suicide each year across the nation. (medscape.com)
Systematic1
- Gui-Ying Cao, Ph.D., from Peking University in Beijing, and colleagues conducted a systematic literature review to identify studies assessing the relationship between vision impairment and cognitive outcomes in older adults. (physiciansweekly.com)
Memory5
- The depth of reporting of details when I would ask questions made me concerned during the very first visit that there was impairment of short-term memory," Pool testified in response to questions from Brockman lawyer Jason Varnado. (autonews.com)
- A test of immediate memory retention indicated no impairment. (cdc.gov)
- If you ask the average person what conditions frighten them the most, brain injury and memory impairment are usual at the top of the list. (center4functionalmedicine.com)
- Whether you have had some kind of head trauma, you are dealing with memory impairment, or just want to optimize brain function and reduce the impact of aging, we can help. (center4functionalmedicine.com)
- In the experimental model, they found no evidence for osteoarthritis-like knee pain to cause impairments in memory and behavioral flexibility. (news-medical.net)
Appointment1
- See Dr. Stark's profile to make an appointment. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Implications2
- The implications for workplace safety are emerging, as well as concerns about impairment, risk of injury, recruitment and hiring, regulatory issues, and the overall health and well-being of both workers and the public. (cdc.gov)
- One of the key differences between the two standards, with large implications, is the clarification and methodology for recognizing impairment. (moodysanalytics.com)
Patients8
- Physicians and patients report increases in once-affordable drugs , such as colchicine for gout or nitroglycerine for heart conditions, that can be dramatic enough to negatively affect adherence. (acpinternist.org)
- Researchers from the University of Nottingham's School of Life Sciences, School of Psychology, and Pain Centre Versus Arthritis used an experimental model of osteoarthritis-like knee pain to investigate whether such pain alone, without other factors that may often be present in patients with knee osteoarthritis, causes such cognitive impairment. (news-medical.net)
- At present, Dr. Desai received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 28 times. (sharecare.com)
- Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. (sharecare.com)
- Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. (sharecare.com)
- Does Dr. George Stark, MD accept new patients? (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Dr. George Stark, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Is Dr. Stark rated well by patients? (medicalnewstoday.com)
Prevent2
- They can also help prevent impairments and secondary health conditions. (who.int)
- While the majority of doctors and seniors think cognitive screening is important, issues on both sides sometimes prevent assessments from happening. (clementmanor.com)
Cognitive function2
- Impairment testing evaluates a worker's real-time cognitive function and motor skills to determine if there is evidence that the worker may be impaired, regardless of the source of impairment. (cdc.gov)
- Tobias Bast, one of the researchers involved in the study, explains: 'Cognitive function is very important for daily activities, and people with knee pain often complain about impairments in cognitive functions. (news-medical.net)
People12
- The new findings in the experimental model complement another recent study from Nottingham that showed people with knee osteoarthritis do show pain-related cognitive impairment. (news-medical.net)
- Interestingly, in contrast to the experimental model, people with knee osteoarthritis do show pain-related cognitive impairment. (news-medical.net)
- Many of the people who require assistive technology are not even aware of the scope and opportunities that it can bring to them and their daily lives," Dr Hafeez explains. (who.int)
- It is common for people to have impairments after a stroke. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- 2.2 billion people, including 450 million children, are living with vision impairment. (who.int)
- Although anyone could potentially suffer from a vision impairment, the risk is higher for some people. (doctordisability.com)
- People with diabetes, high blood pressure and other health conditions should closely follow their doctors' instructions for the treatment and care. (doctordisability.com)
- For many people, quality of life often revolves around health and health care options, so people and their doctors should consider the impact on quality of life when making decisions about medical issues. (msdmanuals.com)
- When discussing quality of life, older people, their caregivers, and their doctors should keep in mind that the best medical decisions vary from person to person and do not depend solely on age. (msdmanuals.com)
- People should talk to their doctors and other health care practitioners about their quality of life and how their health issues impact their life. (msdmanuals.com)
- Defining goals People and their doctors must make many decisions about medical issues. (msdmanuals.com)
- People must decide whether and when to see a doctor. (msdmanuals.com)
Consideration1
- Other factors in determining the rating of impairment include a consideration of the sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, reproducibility, and interpretation of findings from laboratory and clinical procedures, as well as a recognition of interobserver variability in interpretation. (medscape.com)
Evaluation2
- HOUSTON - Bob Brockman's primary care physician testified Monday that he had suspicions that the former Reynolds and Reynolds Co. CEO was cognitively impaired three years ago, prompting him to refer Brockman to specialists for evaluation. (autonews.com)
- The American Medical Association (AMA) released the first edition of its AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment in 1971. (medscape.com)
Lung3
- This brought Dr Ken Kunisaki and colleagues to test the hypothesis that HIV-positive men would have worse measures of lung airflow than their HIV-negative counterparts. (aidsmap.com)
- These findings support a causal role of pulmonary impairment in lung cancer etiology. (nature.com)
- Disentangling the role of pulmonary impairment in lung cancer development is important from an etiological perspective, for refining disease susceptibility mechanisms, and for informing precision prevention and risk stratification strategies. (nature.com)
Treat2
- Finding the right car accident doctor to treat your injuries can make all the difference to both your physical recovery AND in ensuring you recover everything you are due from insurance. (articlecity.com)
- Car wrecks, trucking accidents, and trip, slip and falls cause different injuries than what most family doctors usually see and treat. (articlecity.com)
Stages1
- We suggest solutions for meeting requirements in areas such as portfolio segmentation, thresholds for transitions among impairment stages, and calculating expected credit losses, leveraging Moody's Analytics expertise in credit risk modeling. (moodysanalytics.com)
Conditions3
- Impairment rating of neuromuscular conditions in the United States originated in the 1950s. (medscape.com)
- Impairments of balance are common and debilitating conditions. (cdc.gov)
- This suggests that chronic pain caused by knee osteoarthritis may impact cognitive functions less than other chronic pain conditions, which have been shown to cause marked cognitive impairments in experimental models. (news-medical.net)
Estimate7
- Although it is impossible to estimate with any precision because of inaccurate cause of death reporting and coding, an estimate often used is approximately 300-400 physicians/year, or perhaps loss of one doctor a day to suicide in the United States. (medscape.com)
- Most probably, the real incidence of physician suicide is somewhat higher than the prevailing estimate. (medscape.com)
- The impairment rating is an estimate of the severity of human impairment based on acceptable medical standards (see the images below). (medscape.com)
- The purpose of impairment rating is to represent impairment by using a generally accepted system to estimate the degree to which illness or injury diminishes an individual's capacity to daily activities. (medscape.com)
- The impairment rating values in the guides estimate the extent of impairments based on the authors' clinical experience, judgment, and consensus. (medscape.com)
- The strength of medical support for an impairment estimate depends on the completeness and reliability of the patient's medical documentation. (medscape.com)
- The fourth edition of the AMA Guides suggests, "If, in spite of an observation or test result, the medical evidence appears not to be of sufficient weight to verify that an impairment of a certain magnitude exists, the physician should modify the impairment estimate accordingly, describing the modification and explaining the reason. (medscape.com)
Chronic pain2
- Dr. Dowell is lead author of the 2016 CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain. (cdc.gov)
- Some of these factors, including age and pain medication, can be studied in the experimental model, offering us the opportunity to test directly how these factors interact with chronic pain to cause cognitive impairment. (news-medical.net)
20161
- The accident happened when I attended a good friend's wedding in March 2016", recalls Dr Hafeez. (who.int)
Practice4
- How does your practice manage physician impairment? (acpinternist.org)
- Dr Emily Henderson is a Consultant Geriatrician with an active clinical practice at the Royal United Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Bath. (nuffieldhealth.com)
- Dr. Stark practices at Practice in Denver, CO. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Dr. Sharan is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans. (sharecare.com)
Depression2
- Indeed, although physicians seem to have generally heeded their own advice about avoiding smoking and other common risk factors for early mortality, they are decidedly reluctant to address the possibllity of depression, a significant cause of morbidity and mortality that disproportionately affects them. (medscape.com)
- It may not be appreciated that depression is a leading risk factor for myocardial infarction in male physicians, and it may also play a role in immune suppression, thus increasing the risk of many infectious diseases and cancer. (medscape.com)
Risk2
- I'm Dr. Loretta Jackson-Brown and I'm representing the Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity, COCA in the Emergency Risk Communication Branch at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (cdc.gov)
- Firms must capture and collect historical data and other trend information required for building a forward-looking impairment model and for tracking credit risk migration since the origination and recognition of the financial instrument. (moodysanalytics.com)
Practices1
- Medtalks is India's fastest growing Healthcare Learning and Patient Education Platform designed and developed to help doctors and other medical professionals to cater educational and training needs and to discover, discuss and learn the latest and best practices across 100+ medical specialties. (medtalks.in)
Family physician2
- Dr. Z, a 40-year-old family physician, was under increasing stress at work and at home. (medscape.com)
- Her condition was diagnosed as nervousness by her family physician. (cdc.gov)
Vision2
- This week, we ordered the computers and internet wiring for the School for Children with Vision Impairments 'Prof.Dr. Ivan Shishmanov' in Varna, Bulgaria. (childrenofbulgaria.org)
- Among them, 1.1 billion have preventable vision impairment but do not have access to the basic eye care services they need. (who.int)
Disease2
- Dr. Tauben and Dr. Robinson would like to disclose that their employer, the University of Washington, received a contract payment from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (cdc.gov)
- Dr. Dowell is Senior Medical Advisor for the Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention and Control at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (cdc.gov)
Health7
- According to the AMA Guides, impairment is an alteration of an individual's health status that has been assessed by medical means. (medscape.com)
- Dr. Smith is currently Chair of the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology at the University of Florida. (navneuro.com)
- Compare Dr. Spring with our nearby Family Medicine Specialists at Palomar Health. (healthgrades.com)
- The right no-fault doctor will also know how to submit, and no-fault bill claims as well as what to say, and more importantly, what not to say, at trial or in a deposition to make sure your legal rights are handled with the same care as your physical health. (articlecity.com)
- Dr Emily Henderson does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company. (nuffieldhealth.com)
- Dr Emily Henderson does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health. (nuffieldhealth.com)
- SIMPLE TRUTHS ABOUT PSYCHIATRY - In July 2012, Dr. Breggin began releasing a video series dealing with important aspects of psychiatry, psychology and mental health. (breggin.com)
Risks1
- It is theorized that, compared to traditional workplace drug testing, impairment testing may provide more immediate, actionable, accurate, and comprehensive information, allowing employers to be more proactive in minimizing risks in the workplace while maintaining more privacy and fairness for workers. (cdc.gov)
Findings1
- However, our findings in the experimental model, where we can study the impact of chronic knee pain separately from other factors, suggest that chronic knee pain alone is not sufficient to cause cognitive impairment. (news-medical.net)
Workplace2
- Dr. Z initially denied taking drugs from the workplace, but then admitted to doing so when, in accordance with worksite police, a drug test was ordered "for cause. (medscape.com)
- NIOSH is currently developing information and resources on the topic of impairment testing as a potential adjunct or alternative to certain forms of workplace drug testing. (cdc.gov)
Clinicians1
- The presence of an abnormal MMSE score alerts clinicians to the possibility of cognitive impairment. (cmaj.ca)
Medical8
- Impairment is used to describe a static or stable condition that has had sufficient time to allow optimal tissue repair and that is unlikely to change, despite further medical or surgical therapy. (medscape.com)
- Please note that medical information found on this website is designed to support, not to replace the relationship between patient and physician/doctor and the medical advice they may provide. (news-medical.net)
- A representative sample of 240 physicians was drawn from 70 medical centers in Madrid, Spain. (nih.gov)
- Dr. Jason Spring, DO is a family medicine specialist in San Diego, CA and has over 19 years of experience in the medical field. (healthgrades.com)
- Dr Hafeez was in the middle of completing her final year of medical studies at the Fauji Foundation Medical College in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, as the accident happened. (who.int)
- Since the accident, Dr Hafeez has not only completed her medical studies and 1-year mandatory medical training, but has also completed initial exams to become a radiologist. (who.int)
- Moreover, she has recently received an offer to work as a medical doctor at the Fauji Foundation Hospital in Rawalpindi, and has also gone on to become a strong advocate for improving access to assistive technology. (who.int)
- These are facilities that provide skilled medical care that can only be given by healthcare professionals like doctors, registered nurses, and physical therapists. (healthline.com)
Increases2
- Our story details possible causes behind these unpredictable increases and offers physicians tips and tricks to alleviate them. (acpinternist.org)
- As technology use increases, so too do the chances of developing such impairments. (drsleep.net)
Sufficient1
- An individual with an impairment may or may not have sufficient capacity to meet the demands of a particular profession or occupation. (medscape.com)
Lead2
- Research has shown that the widespread use of technology, such as smartphones and computers, can lead to sleep-related cognitive impairments. (drsleep.net)
- I am the lead physician in faints, funny turns and collapsing episodes at the Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust. (spirehealthcare.com)
Recognition2
- The major advantage of the new approach is increasing the timeliness of loss recognition and addressing the over-complexity of the multiple impairment approaches required under the IAS 39 "incurred loss" model. (moodysanalytics.com)
- In recognition of her resilience and determination, Dr Hafeez has been nominated as the first ever WHO Global Champion for Assistive Technology. (who.int)
Psychology1
- Dr. Smith discusses his view of clinical and research efforts to address MCI, as well as his experience in psychology leadership and supervision of both postdoctoral and predoctoral practicum students. (navneuro.com)
Study1
- The aim of this study was to assess insomnia and sleep quality in primary care physicians with low and high burnout scores. (nih.gov)
Sixth2
- Dr. James Pool's testimony came on the sixth day of testimony in a competency hearing. (autonews.com)
- Dr. James Pool 's testimony came on the sixth day of testimony in a competency hearing , which has entered a second week, to determine whether Brockman can stand trial on federal charges of tax evasion and wire fraud. (autonews.com)
Years6
- It has been known for almost 150 years that physicians have an increased propensity to die by suicide compared with the general population. (medscape.com)
- Dr. Sheetal Desai, DPT is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Glen Cove, NY and has 32 years experience. (sharecare.com)
- Dr. George Stark, MD works in Denver, CO as an Urology Specialist and has 40 years experience. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Dr. Stark has been practicing as an Urology Specialist for 40 years. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- I have been a consultant physician in general medicine and care of elderly medicine for four years. (spirehealthcare.com)
- Dr. Shweta Sharan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist in Monroe, LA and has 23 years experience. (sharecare.com)