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Improving Remission Rates in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder
09/24/2015
Certain factors have been shown to lead to better outcomes 
Certain factors have been shown to lead to better outcomes 
Certain factors have been...
09/24/2015
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Why It Takes a Village to Help Diabetes Patients Achieve Multiple Treatment Goals
09/24/2015
Fewer complications occur when patients with diabetes have simultaneous control of A1c values, blood pressure (BP), and low-density lipoprotein (LDL). According to a session at CRS, it is possible to achieve all 3 aims in a primary care...
Fewer complications occur when patients with diabetes have simultaneous control of A1c values, blood pressure (BP), and low-density lipoprotein (LDL). According to a session at CRS, it is possible to achieve all 3 aims in a primary care...
Fewer complications occur when...
09/24/2015
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Adopting Biosimilars in the US: Overcoming the Obstacles
09/24/2015
Europe and other countries lead the US in bringing biosimilars to market, according to Steven Miller, MD, vice president, chief medical officer, Express Scripts.
Europe and other countries lead the US in bringing biosimilars to market, according to Steven Miller, MD, vice president, chief medical officer, Express Scripts.
Europe and other countries lead...
09/24/2015
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Trials of Incretin Drugs Examine Cardiovascular Risk
09/24/2015
Outcomes from 2 major cardiovascular (CV) trials of the DPP-4 inhibitor sitagliptin and the glucagon- GLP-1 receptor agonist lixisenatide were presented at the ADA meeting.
Outcomes from 2 major cardiovascular (CV) trials of the DPP-4 inhibitor sitagliptin and the glucagon- GLP-1 receptor agonist lixisenatide were presented at the ADA meeting.
Outcomes from 2 major...
09/24/2015
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Emerging Trends in Insulin Therapy
09/24/2015
Many individuals with diabetes have suboptimal HbA1c control. Adding more than 2 to 3 oral medications may not achieve glycemic targets, and adherence is not always optimal.
Many individuals with diabetes have suboptimal HbA1c control. Adding more than 2 to 3 oral medications may not achieve glycemic targets, and adherence is not always optimal.
Many individuals with diabetes...
09/24/2015
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More Guidance Needed on Mental Health Aspects of Diabetes
09/08/2015
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Boston, MA—Individuals with diabetes are more than twice as likely to face depression or varying degrees of mental health issues as individuals without the disease. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that mental health...
Boston, MA—Individuals with diabetes are more than twice as likely to face depression or varying degrees of mental health issues as individuals without the disease. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that mental health...
Boston, MA—Individuals with...
09/08/2015
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Strategies to Reduce Avoidable Hospitalization Among the Elderly
09/24/2015
Nursing home residents often experience avoidable inpatient hospitalizations.
Nursing home residents often experience avoidable inpatient hospitalizations.
Nursing home residents often...
09/24/2015
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Comorbidities of Psoriatic Disease
09/24/2015
Psoriatic disease is now understood to be a systemic condition with a link to cardiometabolic risk as well as other comorbidities, including some types of cancers.
Psoriatic disease is now understood to be a systemic condition with a link to cardiometabolic risk as well as other comorbidities, including some types of cancers.
Psoriatic disease is now...
09/24/2015
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Translating Trial Results Into Real-World Practice in IMIDs
09/24/2015
How do findings from clinical trials differ from actual clinical practice in the treatment of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs)? And what are the implications? Three experts answered those questions during a presentation from IAS.
How do findings from clinical trials differ from actual clinical practice in the treatment of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs)? And what are the implications? Three experts answered those questions during a presentation from IAS.
How do findings from clinical...
09/24/2015
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Tips for Alleviating the Psychosocial Issues of Psoriasis
09/24/2015
Both clinicians and patients living with psoriasis know that this chronic and capricious disease can have deleterious effects on the psyche.
Both clinicians and patients living with psoriasis know that this chronic and capricious disease can have deleterious effects on the psyche.
Both clinicians and patients...
09/24/2015
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Trump Backs Negotiating Drug Prices Under Medicare: White House
02/08/2017
In a recent briefing, it was revealed that President Donald Trump has showed his support in favor of drug pricing negotiations. 
In a recent briefing, it was revealed that President Donald Trump has showed his support in favor of drug pricing negotiations. 
In a recent briefing, it was...
02/08/2017
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Podcasts
CLL Research Update, Comparative Efficacy of Combination Treatments
12/14/2021
In part one of this podcast series, Adam Kittai, MD, hematologist and assistant professor of medicine, Ohio State University, provides an overview of current research being conducted on chronic lymphocytic leukemia and discusses the results...
In part one of this podcast series, Adam Kittai, MD, hematologist and assistant professor of medicine, Ohio State University, provides an overview of current research being conducted on chronic lymphocytic leukemia and discusses the results...
In part one of this podcast...
12/14/2021
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Preventable Hospital Readmissions among Medicare Beneficiaries
04/22/2013
Reducing preventable hospital readmissions is part of a federal strategy to create incentives to improve quality of care. In an effort to lower hospital readmission rates, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services publicly reports...
Reducing preventable hospital readmissions is part of a federal strategy to create incentives to improve quality of care. In an effort to lower hospital readmission rates, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services publicly reports...
Reducing preventable hospital...
04/22/2013
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Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care
11/13/2024
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief...
11/13/2024
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Richard Lipton, MD
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The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention
10/31/2024
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
Richard Lipton, MD, provides...
10/31/2024
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Alexander Spira, MD, PhD
Videos
Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer
09/26/2024
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD,...
09/26/2024
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Treatment Options for NSCLC: A Discussion on Coverage, Clinical Outcomes, and Payer Perspectives
09/25/2024
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research...
09/25/2024
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Addressing the Root Cause of a Common Ocular Condition: A Virtual Roundtable
09/04/2024
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
View a roundtable discussion on...
09/04/2024
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Jordan Bazinsky
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Addressing Health Disparities and Promoting Equity: The Role of Advanced Imaging Solutions
08/15/2024
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...
08/15/2024
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Farrukh Awan, MD
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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
08/14/2024
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights...
08/14/2024
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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care
07/31/2024
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact...
07/31/2024
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Videos
Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024
06/11/2024
Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
Key stakeholders in the health...
06/11/2024
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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC
Videos
Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers
05/24/2024
Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the...
05/24/2024
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