Question 1

how reliable are online patient reviews of doctors?

Accepted Answer

Generally poor: Consider how busy you are in life. Why take time to write a review? Because you had a bad experience with the dr or were told something you did not like to hear. If dr did great job, less likely to review, because that is "expected" care. So tend to reflect the upset few, rather than satisfied many.

Question 2

if ssi collects medical records for a continuing disability review is there still some dr-patient confidentiality or will they know everything i said?

Accepted Answer

Documentation: It depends on what your physician wrote in your medical records. As a patient, you have the right to obtain a copy of your medical records, to see which details of past conversations they contain. SSI will be able to see the same information that you are able to access. http://healthit.gov/patients-families/faqs/how-can-i-access-my-health-informationmedical-record

Question 3

for patients with grinding habits, are crowns made of gold good option for back teeth 11, # 14
can you review gold  crowns cons and pros? please.

Accepted Answer

Good functional opt: Gold is a wonderful material to fabricate a posterior crown , especially for a grinder! The pros are the way it will function &amp; wear against the opposing arch, no risk of breakage and excellent marginal integrity &amp; fit. The major con is the esthetics, but not a big deal on a posterior tooth. Today, Zirconium milled crowns are supposed to offer all the pros of gold, but with esthetics.

Question 4

i would like to research cataract surgeons, where can i find information at how many surgeries was done and also any complaints and patient reviews. thanks!

Accepted Answer

Getting info.:  The state medical board should have information about licensing issues. Many hospitals now have biographies on their doctors that are easily accessible.  There are also rating sites on line for doctors.

Question 5

review of tonsillar lymphoma in pediatric patients from the pediatric oncology group: what can be learned about some indications for microscopic examination?

Accepted Answer

Data says don't: There have been a number of studies (2005 pog study and more recently in 2011 and 2012) to suggest that always doing microscopic examination on routine tonsillectomies is not cost effective. If someone has a index of suspicion (clinical or asymmetric enlargement), then it is warranted. It has been estimated that not doing this automatically could save ~$35 million per year.

Question 6

seeing a psychiatrist next month for hypochondria/general anxiety alongside cbt. have a choice between an older psychiatrist with a lot of qualifications or a younger one who has great patient reviews and is responsive/listens well. who to go for?

Accepted Answer

: In medicine experience is key.  It is said when a long time Dr. dies, a library burns down.

Question 7

can doctors here review ekg ecg stripes and their data from a portable one to try to interpret them and give a patient some idea abouthis heart rhythm?

Accepted Answer

Possible: It is possible, depending on quality of rhythm strip.

Question 8

nutrition support for patient s/p whipple.

Accepted Answer

Short term;long term: If no j-tube (feeding tube), oral diet will be started with clear liquids &amp; slowly advance to solid food. Eating small, frequent (6-8) meals is usually a good idea as is avoiding greasy and fried foods. Gradually increase raw fruits and vegetables. 8-10 cups water/day, but limit liquids with meals. Consider high calorie beverages: smoothies/supplement drinks. Pancreatic enzymes/vits may be needed

Question 9

what causes uncontrolled urination in elders ? p.s the patient has diabetes

Accepted Answer

Frequent Urination: Infection or diabetes. Uncontrolled diabetes elevates both the blood and urine sugar level causing an increase in urine water to flush out the sugar. It is a sign of very poor health.

Question 10

what to do if a patient's ecg recording shows a consistent pattern of two p waves?

Accepted Answer

Heart rate?: If there are 2 P waves before each qrs and the heart rate is.

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I would like to research cataract surgeons, where can i find information at how many surgeries was done and also any complaints and patient reviews. thanks!

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Review of tonsillar lymphoma in pediatric patients from the pediatric oncology group: what can be learned about some indications for microscopic examination?

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Seeing a psychiatrist next month for hypochondria/general anxiety alongside cbt. have a choice between an older psychiatrist with a lot of qualifications or a younger one who has great patient reviews and is responsive/listens well. who to go for?

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Can doctors here review ekg ecg stripes and their data from a portable one to try to interpret them and give a patient some idea abouthis heart rhythm?

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What causes uncontrolled urination in elders ? p.s the patient has diabetes

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What to do if a patient's ecg recording shows a consistent pattern of two p waves?

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