Lindee Abe, APRN Appendicitis is an immediate concern when any patient presents with right lower quadrant abdominal pain. The first diagnosis that comes to mind for most clinicians, and even most patients, is appendicitis. Appendicitis can happen at any age and requires surgical intervention…or does it? There have been changes in the past several years …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Introduction Fever is a common concern among parents of infants and young children. It is essential for healthcare providers to stay updated with the latest guidelines to effectively manage fever in this vulnerable population. This article aims to provide an overview of the management of infant fever, incorporating current literature from …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Introduction Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) is a common vascular condition characterized by the formation of blood clots within the deep veins, predominantly in the lower extremities. Traditionally, the management of DVT also involves medical therapy with anticoagulants. Recent advancements in interventional radiology have also led to the development of percutaneous transcatheter …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Understanding Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome (CKM): Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Treatment Introduction Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome, or CKM, is a complex medical condition characterized by the interplay between cardiovascular disease, kidney dysfunction, and metabolic disorders. This syndrome has gained recognition due to its significant impact on public health, and its identification has opened new avenues …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, professionals have continually adapted to meet the growing needs of patients and the complexities of medical practice. One such evolution has been the transformation of the title “Physician Assistant” to “Physician Associate.” This shift represents more than just a name change. It reflects the …
Lindee Abe, APRN Peptide therapy is becoming more popular. Over the past year, I have noticed advertisements everywhere for peptide therapy. At the time, I thought it was just another fad involving vitamins or supplements. It wasn’t until I was talking to a friend doing pre-op physicals that I put it together. She recounted a …
