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January 2005 (Vol. 54, No. 1)

Editorial

JFP and the pace of technology
Jeff Susman, MD, Editor-in-Chief

 

InfoPOEMsŪ

Antioxidants don’t prevent GI cancers and increase overall mortality

 Blood transfusion might increase mortality from acute coronary syndrome

Patient satisfaction affected by physician self-disclosure

 Optimal oral antiplatelet therapy for vascular disease

Physical therapy adds little to back pain treatment

 

Applied Evidence

Isolated oligohydramnios at term: Is induction indicated?
Lawrence Leeman, MD, MPH; David Almond, MD, MS

 

Photo Rounds

A sore and sensitive tongue
Carlos Rodriguez, BS; Amor Khachemoune, MD, CWS

 

Reinventing Practice

Epocrates Essentials: Is the expanded product an improvement?
Gary N. Fox, MD; Kaleem U. Gill, MD; R. E. Music,, MD

 

Clinical Inquiries

How should a DEXA scan be used to evaluate bisphosphonate therapy for osteoporosis?
Peter G. Koval, PharmD, BCPS, Lisa Easterling, PharmD; Dawn Pettus, PharmD, CPP; Leslie Mackler, MSLS
Commentary
• If follow-up is needed, rescan in 2 to 3 years
Ann B. Gotschall , MD

 What is the addiction risk associated with tramadol?
Todd McDiarmid, MD; Leslie Mackler, MSLS
Commentary
• Though it may not have high abuse potential, prescribe tramadol cautiously
David M. Schneider , MD

What are the indications for evaluating a patient with cough for pertussis?
Maureen O’Reilly Brown, MD, MPH; Leilani St. Anna, MLIS, AHIP
Commentary
• Infants may have complications; evaluate if there is apnea or significant cough
Michael Ohl , MD

 Does quinine reduce leg cramps for young athletes?
Noelle Robertson, MD; Wayne Hale, MD; Leslie Mackler, MSLS
Commentary
• Hydration and salt intake best approach for cramping in athletes
Sourav Poddar , MD

Can type 2 diabetes be prevented through diet and exercise?
Wayne Warnken, MD; Gary Kelsberg, MD; Sheila Bryant, MLS
Commentary
• Encourage patients to exercise and eat well, and see a dietician if they are willing
Julia Fashner , MD

 Does neonatal circumcision decrease morbidity?
Scott Kinkade, MD, MSPH; Susan Meadows, MLS
Commentary
• Explain risks and benefits of circumcision to parents so they make informed decisions
Julia Fashner , MD

Observations from Practice

Group medical visits and lifestyle modification
Jane L. Murray, MD; Kaia Everson, PharmD

 

Letters to the Editor

Baclofen in outpatient treatment of alcohol withdrawal syndrome

 

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