ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 8/27/2023
A broad genetic test saved one newborn’s life. Research suggests it could help millions of others
Whole genome tests could solve the problem of doing several narrowly targeted tests on babies, which still might not find the disorder. - 8/24/2023
Case report: The eyes have it
A recent case at Dr. Robert Dickson's clinic reinforces the importance of asking for more details. - 8/24/2023
Alberta Pharmacists’ Association highlights ENVIRx program partnership for National Drug Drop-off month
The association is reminding patients of best practices when bringing medications back to thew pharmacy for disposal. - 8/24/2023
QUIZ: Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are plagued with intrusive thoughts, urges or images and perform repetitive behaviours or mental acts to reduce their anxiety. Do you feel compelled to put your knowledge of OCD to the test? - 8/24/2023
Quebec physicians college says some doctors worry about reprisals after giving MAID
Dr. Michel Bureau said a growing number of MAID cases were pushing the limits of the law and that there was a slight increase in the number of procedures that didn’t follow the rules. - 8/24/2023
Your medical notes delegated to generative AI
Microsoft’s Nuance division introduces DAX Express, a service leveraging artificial intelligence to automatically generate medical notes from consultations. - 8/24/2023
What is Stockholm syndrome? It all started with a bank robbery 50 years ago
There’s been debate over the years as to whether it’s a legitimate psychiatric condition or not. - 8/24/2023
Digital clones and Vocaloids may be popular in Japan. Elsewhere, they could get lost in translation
The digital clone can be used, for example, by a recruiter to carry out preliminary job interviews, or by a physician to screen patients ahead of checkups.