Medical Abbreviations

Medical Abbreviations

Medical abbreviations.  We all use them.  And why wouldn’t we?  They save us time and they have even become understandable to many of our patients.  The amount of time…

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Setting the Agenda

Setting the Agenda

What can I do for you today?  What seems to be the problem?  How can I help? These are all common ways providers start their encounters. The first few…

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The SOAP Note – Assessment and Plan

The SOAP Note – Assessment and Plan

The assessment and plan section of the medical SOAP note is perhaps the most important section of the SOAP note.  A well-constructed assessment and plan section usually takes the…

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The Annual Physical

The Annual Physical

The Annual Physical Sometimes called the “wellness physical”, this encounter is a time to focus on the big picture.  It is a time to step back and consider the…

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