How do you write a description of a patient you haven’t seen yet? Each patient encounter is unique. There are always extenuating circumstances, a typical symptoms or something that…
Read MoreThere are really only two things that medical providers do when it comes to medical care, diagnose and treat. Every challenge that is not administrative can generally fall into…
Read MoreMedical 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…
Read MoreBedside ultrasound, also known as point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), is becoming increasingly relied upon in the medical field. Medical providers rely on POCUS to diagnose disease, monitor progress and perform…
Read MoreWhat 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…
Read MoreThe 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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