High surgical volume equals better patient outcomes

Article Abstract:

John D. Birkmeyer, MD reported the effects of surgical volume on patient outcome in both the Journal of the American Medical Association and the New England Journal of Medicine. The reports indicated that the surgeon volume might be more significant than hospital volume and might affect health care purchasing strategies of employer organizations.

Offices & clinics of medical doctors, Physicians & Surgeons, Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists), Practice, Physicians, Patients, Patient care, Birkmeyer, John D.

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Report shows strong IRB tie to drug firms

Article Abstract:

The relationship between institutional reviews board (IRB) members associated with industry consultants is highlighted with respect to determining the conflict of interest among its members.

Medical colleges, Medical schools

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Researchers ponder best use of 400,000 stored embryos

Article Abstract:

The 400,000 stored frozen human embryos in the US could be used for infertility treatments for couples other than the storers or for research.

Labor Distribution by Employer, Care and treatment, Statistics, Infertility, Frozen human embryos

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