The Placebo Effect; Nuisance or Medical Treatment?
The Placebo Effect is a Continuing Medical Education eligible for online CME credit.
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- Nov 23
Small-Cell Lung Cancer
Small-Cell Lung Cancer represents 15% of all lung cancers and tends to be responsive to chemo therapy and radiation...
- Nov 7
V/Q mismatch
The V/Q ratio quantifies the relationship of lung ventilation to perfusion and in ideal physiology, the ratio is 1. V/Q mismatch ...
- Oct 13
Carbon Monoxide, An Affinity for Hemoglobin 200x that of Oxygen
Exposure can be accidental or intentional as part of a suicide attempt. Refresh your memory about carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Oct 4
Solving the Difficult Problem of Medical Errors
Errors in the delivery of medical care are clearly a significant issue. This article (CME) will delve into...
- Sep 29
The Longevity Diet
A look at the Longevity Diet and the book and research by Dr. Valter Longo
- Sep 22
Mauve Stinger Jellyfish (Pelagia noctiluca) Envenomation
InBrief By Stuart M Caplen, MD In late August, early September 2022, there were numerous mauve stinger jellyfish (also known as the...
- Sep 15
The Conundrum of Subclinical Hypothyroidism
In subclinical hypothyroidism where TSH levels are elevated but T3 and T4 levels are normal, the decision to treat or not treat...
- Aug 31
Anthocyanins, antioxidants and heart healthy phytonutrients
Anthocyanins, natural plant pigments and compounds in the flavonoid class- a better way to improve your health?
- Aug 18
QuantiFERON-TB Gold
QuantiFERON-TB Gold is a blood test used to diagnose infections with mycrobacterium tuberculosis both latent and active.
- Jul 13
Mango and Tomato Salad Recipe
This mango and tomato salad recipe is appropriate for low-calorie, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, vegan diet regimens.
- Jul 7
Why Folic Acid, Folate, & Vitamin B9?
Folic acid is a water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B-9) It plays a key role in cell growth and DNA and RNA synthesis.
- Jun 16
Monkeypox, A Primer
In the recent world-wide outbreak, there have been 84 confirmed monkeypox cases in the US and 2,207 cases in 36 countries...
- May 31
1/4 Pound Turkey Burger Recipe
This turkey burger recipe is appropriate for low calorie, high protein, low carbohydrate and low cholesterol diet regimens.
- May 24
Medical Statistics for the Non-Mathematician
This article discusses definitions and concepts of statistics as used in the medical literature. CME
- May 12
Ketogenic vs Paleo Diet
Ketogenic and Paleo diets share some similarities but were developed for different purposes. Find out about the differences.
- May 9
A Look at the Health Benefits of Chocolate Without the Weight Gain!
FibonacciMD Culinary Medicine examines the health benefits of chocolate and and how it's possible without gaining weight.
- May 5
West Nile Virus
Article about the West Nile Virus written for Curious Patients by Stuart M Caplen, MD.
- May 1
Grilled Asparagus Recipe
This grilled asparagus recipe is appropriate for low calorie, high fiber, low fat, and low cholesterol diet regimens.
- Apr 29
Potential Bias and Incorrect Results In the Medical Literature
The CME article "Potential Bias and Incorrect Results In the Medical Literature and Why You Shouldn’t Believe Everything You Read" by Stuart
- Apr 19
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelium. An InBrief look at the signs and symptoms, diagnostic evaluation and differential diagnosis, an
- Apr 14
Intermediate Core Exercise Handout
Two intermediate core exercises to help strengthen core, back, quadriceps, and hamstrings.