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Few Physicians Work in Practices That Use Telemedicine

posted December 5th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

Only 15.4 percent of physicians work in practices that use telemedicine for a wide spectrum of patient interactions, with larger practice size being an important correlate of telemedicine use, according to a study published in the December issue of Health Affairs.

Dry Eye Found to Have Negative Impact on Prolonged Reading

posted November 29th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

Dry eye seems to have a significant negative impact on prolonged reading, according to a study published online Nov. 15 in Optometry and Vision Science.

Amblyopia Linked to Lower Self-Perception in Children

posted November 28th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

Children with amblyopia report lower self-perception for scholastic, social, and athletic measures, which may be associated with slower reading speed and worse motor skills, according to a study published online Nov. 15 in JAMA Ophthalmology.

Four Principles Underlie Patient and Family Partnership in Care

posted November 27th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

Patient and family partnership in care should include treatment of patients and families with dignity and respect, their active engagement in all aspects of care, and their contribution to the improvement of health care systems and education of health care professionals, according to a position paper published online Nov. 27 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.