Reviewer: Aaron J. Calderon, M.D., F.A.C.P., S.F.H.M. NEJM Clinical Journal Watch Clinical Takeaway A prospective observational study suggests that an initial 12 mg of adenosine improves conversion rates without increased side effects. Context For hemodynamically stable patients with regular narrow-complex supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), current guidelines recommend 6 mg of adenosine as the initial pharmacological treatment, […]
Read MoreAuthor: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review More than 63% of physicians are already working in locum tenens or considering taking on a locum tenens role within the next five years, according to a report from Doximity. The “Physician Compensation Report 2025” from Doximity surveyed nearly 1,200 physicians. Here are five things to know about the report: More physicians […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review New York has the highest concentration of anesthesiologists relative to its population, with roughly 37 anesthesiologists per 100,000 residents, according to a analysis of May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data and 2024 U.S. Census population estimates. The figures reflect only employed anesthesiologists counted by the BLS; self-employed providers […]
Read MoreMolly S. Brett, M.D. Reviewing: Mayo Clinic Proceedings NEJM Clinician Clinical Takeaway In a randomized trial, electroacupuncture reduced pain in hand osteoarthritis more than diclofenac gel. Context Electroacupuncture — an adaptation of traditional acupuncture in which gentle pulses of electrical current are sent through needles — has shown benefit in knee osteoarthritis (OA), but it […]
Read MoreEdited by Vineeta Teotia Medscape Medical News The study was published online on November 23 in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse. TOPLINE: Use of medications for newly-diagnosed opioid use disorder (OUD) increased from 2016 to 2019 but remained low, a new cohort study showed. Additionally, methadone and buprenorphine were potentially protective and linked to risk […]
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