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5 Pairs of Commonly Confused Medical Specialties
Orthopedists vs. podiatrists, ophthalmologists vs. optometrists, and more.
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A Guide to Primary Care for Transgender Patients
Efforts to improve care for trans patients often ignore routine doctor's visits. Here's what to know about trans-affirming PCPs, cancer screenings and more.
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You Can Now Read Doctor’s Notes. Here’s What That Means.
A new rule further expands access to electronic medical records.
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How Will Healthcare Change Under Biden?
Experts share their best predictions, from more aggressive anti-COVID policies to a restored individual mandate.
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Know This Insider-y Healthcare Lingo
Embedded deductible, UCR, Cafeteria plan + 9 more terms worth taking the time to learn.
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Why More People Are Going to the Doctor in Groups
At a shared medical appointment, it’s just you, a few doctors and a room full of strangers.
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Coming of Age as a Cancer Survivor
I was a law student on the brink of adulthood when I got diagnosed with cancer.
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