Sentences with phrase «other referring physicians»

Like many professionals, physicians in Canada operate by word - of - mouth referrals, largely based on the personal experiences of patients or other referring physicians.

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Others might be referred for in - person care after a physician reviews details of their complaint and medical history, and asks follow - up questions, Liu said.

Several of the ministers either mentioned or implied that they had acquired such a reputation and that physicians, court officials, or other clergymen had referred alcoholics to them f ~ or help.

According to the ethics report, physicians objecting to abortion or contraception must refer patients desiring such services to other providers (recommendation # 4); may not argue or advocate their views on these matters though they are required to provide prior notice to their patients of their moral commitments (recommendation # 3); and, in emergency cases or in situations that might negatively affect patient physical or mental health, they must actually provide contraception and / or perform abortions (recommendation # 5, emphasis added).

For example, physicians can educate parents on child development to reduce angry and punitive responses to normative child behaviours and provide resources on positive discipline.46 In addition, physicians may refer parents to public health programs, resource centres, positive parenting programs and other clinical professionals for further support.

Team members may include family members, referring physicians, specialists, pharmacists, nutritionists, social workers, physical therapists and others.

While some primary care physicians and pediatricians feel comfortable prescribing anti-anxiety medications to teens, others may refer children to psychiatrists.

The scheme provided SILVER with two different streams of unlawful income: (i) approximately $ 700,000 in kickbacks SILVER received by steering two real estate developers with business before the state legislature to a law firm with which he was associated, and (ii) more than $ 3 million in asbestos client referral fees SILVER received by, among other official acts, awarding $ 500,000 in state grants to a university research center of a physician who referred patients made ill by asbestos to SILVER at Weitz & Luxenberg.

Authorities said more than $ 3 million of that was obtained in «asbestos client referral fees Silver received by, among other official acts, awarding $ 500,000 in state grants to a university research center of a physician who referred patients made ill by asbestos to Silver at Weitz & Luxenberg.»

She eventually found solace among other victims of gentamicin, who call themselves The Wobblers, but real relief came only after her physician referred her to Paul Bach - y - Rita.

More than ever, it is important that we educate others (patients, referring physicians, students, and even politicians) on the utility of nuclear medicine procedures and their benefits over other treatment and imaging modalities.

We strive to adhere to ACR Appropriateness Guidelines to assist referring physicians and other providers in making the most appropriate imaging or treatment decision for a specific clinical condition.

The hope is to get physicians and other professionals to refer patients to qualified fitness professionals and programs where they can exercise in a supervised setting.

One study noted that physicians report feeling inadequately trained to help patients lose weight, yet seldom refer such patients to other professionals who might be able to help.

Refer the client to help, such as a family physician, therapist, social services, or other community services.

With HMOs plan, you select a primary care physician to service your health needs and refer you to other in - network providers when required.

Answers incoming calls from referring physicians, other medical providers, etc. in a courteous manner, determines needed information and directs calls...

Refer also to Physician Assistant Interview Questions and other articles located at the Medical Interview category.

Activities like assessing client situation, organizing counseling sessions, developing rehabilitation plans, referring clients to medical or counseling services, and collaborating with other care providers, such as physicians, therapists, and psychologists are often seen on Rehabilitation Counselor resumes.

• Performed initial assessments and intake by obtaining social, medical, mental health and substance abuse history • Educated patients regarding protocol participation • Provided additional information to ensure participants» adherence to the program • Acted as a liaison between primary care and specialty physicians and other clinical provides to refer patients for additional care • Provided patients with direct care by taking and recording their vitals such as blood pressure, pulse and temperature

A Medical Assistant should be able to: • Log all referring physician information into system and designated spreadsheets • Log patient data including vital statistics and insurance information into computerized medical information system • Check and respond to voicemails in personal mailbox on an hourly basis and prior to departing the office at the end of each day • Take and deliver messages when appropriate personnel are unavailable (if voicemail is not preferred) • Answer questions regarding facility and services as well as provide directions and other information when necessary • Ability to multi-task several duties (clinical and administrative) simultaneously • Strong, organizational skills • Communicate all patient issues with physicians and Administrator • Coordinate peer to peer reviews between physician advisors and ordering physician • Provide appropriate paperwork to patients upon arrival, room patients, perform extensive patient history before physician encounter • Check patients out by scheduling follow up appointments, writing prescriptions, and transcribing information into appropriate logs • Log all prescriptions, referrals and patient information in appropriate system software during each patient encounter.

It is not uncommon to visit a physician's office and encounter medical assistants and other non-licensed staff members referring to themselves a nurse.

Graduate Practical Nurse — Duties & Responsibilities Accumulate 678 clinical hours in medical / surgical, cardio vascular, neurology, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, pediatric oncology, and outpatient care at the Veteran's Administration Obtain and maintain federal clearance to work with VA staff and patients Assist more than 200 RN's, Charge RN's, CNA's, and physicians Perform intake, preoperative clearance, history and physical, EKGs, lab tests, discharge, and follow - up Assess, diagnose, and treat sprains, strains, lacerations, and other physical injuries Responsible for IV line insertion, blood product administration, and medication Determine severity of patient condition and promptly refer to specialists when appropriate Develop and administer disease management plan ensuring high quality, comprehensive care Provide acute episodic and chronic care to adult and pediatric populations Facilitate case management, consultation, and interdisciplinary patient care Educate patients in healthy diets, exercise, smoking cessation, and overall positive lifestyles Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Proven ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure, emergency care situations Perform administrative functions including phones, data entry, and other tasks as needed Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner

Professional Experience TLC Laser Eye Center (New York, NY) 2005 — 2008 Professional Relations Consultant • Responsible for the growth of referral volume within the five boroughs of New York • Generated 107 % growth across region after one quarter of management • Increased product and company awareness through direct mailings and other marketing efforts • Organized and hosted continuing education events for physicians and other medical personnel • Trained medical team in emerging Lasik technology use and patient counseling • Acquired large chain (Lens Crafters) to solely refer to all patients to TLC Laser Eye Center • Built and strengthened strong professional relationship with area physicians resulting in referrals

«Like the vast majority of primary care physicians and ob - gyns, Planned Parenthood doctors and nurses refer patients to other facilities for mammograms based on breast exams, age, or family history.