The HCPLive conference coverage page features articles, videos, and expert-led live coverage from major medical meetings throughout the year.
NCCN Acute Myeloid Leukemia Updates
At NCCN, B. Douglas Smith, MD, presented updates to the NCCN Acute Myeloid Leukemia Guidelines.
NCCN Occult Primary Guidelines Update
At NCCN, David Ettinger, MD, presented updates to the NCCN Occult Primary Guidelines.
Session Provides Two Perspectives on Healthcare Reform Debate
Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) and Chris Jennings discussed the state of health care reform.
Heart Songs at ACC.10: A Multimedia Learning Experience
ACC.10 workshop offers unique, visually engaging way to learn cardiac auscultation.
Catheter Repair of Leaky Mitral Valve Alternative to Surgery
Patients with mitral regurgitation treated with the MitraClip valve repair system experience fewer complications compared to patients treated with surgery.
Hypertension Effects on the Left Ventricle
Highlights from studies on the hypertension effects on the left ventricle, from posters presented at the 59th Annual Scientific Sessions of the ACC.
The Best on Angiotensin Receptor Blockers from Day 1
Poster presentations focused on angiotensin receptor blockers from the ACC 59th Annual Scientific Session.
Highlights from the Best Poster Award Competition
Poster highlights from the the 59th Annual Scientific Session of the American College of Cardiology.
NCCN Breast Cancer Updates
An NCCN panel reviewed changes to the NCCN Breast Cancer Guidelines for invasive breast cancer.
NCCN Developing Guidelines for Specialty Pharmacy in Oncology
Specialty pharmacies are meant to address gaps in care provided by community pharmacy practices.
HPV Oncogenic in Head and Neck and Anal Cancer
For some time, medical science has recognized that the human papilloma virus (HPV) causes nearly all cases of cervical cancer.
Don't Say You Can't Do It: Social Media and Health 2.0 Tools
Ted Eytan, MD, and Holly Potter, discussed the power of health IT and social media to improve the quality of healthcare.
Telemedicine: A Stroke of Genius
Consider this a call to action. Telemedicine needs more attention in neurology practices and hospitals
Teach, Listen, and Learn: Successful EHR Implementation
Kathryn Kern-Stout, MD, MBA, discussed some of the challenges her institution had to overcome during the EHR selection and implementation process.
By Golly, It Works! EHR Success Story: Part 2
Allison Connelly-Flores, Urban Health Care, Inc, told her story about despair, faith, hope, frustration, jubilation, and, through all of these things, success.
By Golly, It Works! EHR Success Story: Part 1
Many physicians have already taken the step to implement an EHR, and some have not failed at it... yet, anyway.
Heavyweight Healthcare Bloggers Invade HIMSS
One of the ongoing sessions is the panelist of healthcare bloggers, and each day presents a different panel of recognizable voices.
Implementing an Effective Interoperable EHR System
Mrunal Shah, MD, ABFM, discussed his large integrated health system's experiences with implementing a system-wide electronic record.
HIMSS10 Live Twitter Stream
Couldn't make it to HIMSS? No problem, we've got you covered. Check back for the latest Web exclusives on HIMSS10 sessions.
When Done Right, EHR Implementation Is Worth Millions
EMRs have the ability to transform healthcare and give providers the ability to streamline workflow and spend more time with patients.
59th Annual Scientific Session of the ACC Live Blog
Follow live Twitter updates from the American College of Cardiology 2010 meeting.
"Doctor Shopping" Jumps When More Than One Drug Is Prescribed
The likelihood of patients "doctor shopping" jumps when they are simultaneously prescribed a single additional class of a controlled substance.
Legal Proceedings in Pain Medicine: The Defense Attorney
Physicians should ensure that they have a support system in place when dealing with malpractice litigation.
Legal Proceedings in Pain Medicine: The Plaintiff's Attorney
Your overall goal is to stop a case before it's filed, but in the event that a suit is brought doctors most often settle.
Pulling Together a Fragmented Industry: The Future of Pain Medicine
Four experts discuss what they believe is in store for pain medicine in the coming years.
Researchers Identify Racial Differences in Pain Treatment Outcomes
A study of a three-week treatment program for chronic pain revealed African Americans experienced worse outcomes compared to a matched group of Caucasians.
AAPM Abstract Roundup (Part 2)
Roundup: Analgesic efficacy of Milnacipran; tolerability of Tapentadol; efficacy/safety of Tapentadol; epidural steroid injection; outcomes in osteoarthritis.
AAPM Abstract Roundup (Part 4)
Roundup: PAIN BLITZ pilot project; dose stability of Tapentadol ER; failed back surgery syndrome; sympathetic nerve block; combined radiofrequency ablation.
AAPM Abstract Roundup (Part 3)
Roundup: Neuropathic cancer pain; spinal/peripheral neuromodulation; comorbid depressive disorder; morphine and prialt IT therapies; spinal cord stimulation.
Strategies for Managing Tolerance in the Pain Patient
A lively question and answer session follows a pro and con debate on the use of opioids.