Physicians seek specifics of opioid use guidelines

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Doctors who are not specialists in pain treatment should consult an expert before treating a patient with chronic pain, according to guidelines on the use of opioids from the American Pain Society and the American Academy of Pain Medicine. The two groups developed the guidelines to help doctors with appropriate pain treatment and to forestall regulatory intrusion into medical practice. Principles governing the use of opioids are outlined.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Services, Pain, Pain management, Opioids, American Pain Society

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Medical vs. business: physician-managers offer balance

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Physician-managers should utilize their medical and business perspectives to ensure the welfare of both the patient and the business. Co-equality of business and patient welfare ensures that fair treatment is extended to both entities over time. Physicians should have a keen knowledge of management language to effectively communicate with professional administrators.

Column, Health services administrators

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