Emergency Physician Education At Risk
Patients depend on physicians' expertise when they are sick or injured. However, over the past 10-15 years, there has been a trend towards emergency department staffing with nurse practitioners and physician assistants (NPs and PAs).
Landmark Georgia Legislation Ensures Truth & Transparency for Patients
There should be no room for confusion when it comes to informed consent or patient choice. I am ecstatic that The Healthcare Practitioners Truth and Transparency Act gives Georgia the most comprehensive policy in the nation to ensure clarity for patients regarding healthcare credentials.
On This 90th Doctors’ Day, Are We Making Progress?
Physicians make a difference each and every day. But are we making progress as a profession?
On Match Day 2023: Three Things to Remember
You made it to #MatchDay! Congrats. Now, remember these three things as you start residency.
Will Montana Make Pharmacists More Like a Family Physician?
MONTANA PHYSICIANS: A state bill could expand pharmacist scope of practice in a way that’s dangerous for patient safety.
Two Bills in the New York Legislature Could Radically Impact Patient Safety
NEW YORK PHYSICIANS: Psychologists and pharmacists would receive expanded roles in mental health with current bills.
Should Psychologists in Washington State Have the Ability to Prescribe Psychotropic & Psychiatric Medications?
A bill being considered right now would expand psychologist scope of practice for prescribing psychotropic and psychiatric medications.
New Jersey Lawmakers Are Considering Changes to Scope of Practice for Nurses
Companion bills in the New Jersey Senate and Assembly could lead to a major increase in scope of practice for nurses.