Understanding AI's Role in Medicine Everywhere we look, we see someone suggesting that artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing their industry. Medicine is no exception. There are claims that AI can improve medical office functionality, enhance doctor efficiency with documentation, and even assist in diagnosing and managing medical conditions. However, a recent interaction with a patient reminded me that not everyone views AI as beneficial. Some patients may feel that

Our clinical interest in homocysteine began in the 1960's suggesting a link between homocysteine and vascular disease, with elevated homocysteine levels being associated with coronary artery disease and stroke. These associations appeared relevant, as they remained even when controlling for traditional risk factors, such as smoking and cholesterol. Basic science evaluation of homocysteine suggested it worsened the integrity of the lining of blood vessels, supporting its rol

Learn about the calcium in the arteries of your heart and what it tells you. The Importance of Personalized Heart Attack Risk Assessment When assessing the risk of serious cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks, we often rely on common risk factors. These include age, gender, smoking status, and diabetes. We use calculators known as pooled cohort equations to estimate the likelihood of a cardiovascular event over the next ten years based on these factors. However, this

Evexeya Health is pleased to announce Dr. Mike has successfully completed the American Board of Clinical Lipidology certifying examination and is now a Diplomate of the American Board of Clinical Lipidology, signifying that he is now a certified lipid specialist. Dr. Mike is passionate about all facets of preventive cardiovascular medicine, whether for those looking to prevent their first heart attack or stroke or for those who have unfortunately had one. Dr. Mike is well ver

The direct care model is revolutionizing patient care by offering a focused approach that emphasizes direct access to medical services, be they primary or specialized care. This model aims to enhance the quality of care, improve patient outcomes, and reduce healthcare costs by removing intermediaries and simplifying access to care. To better understand this emerging healthcare model and its variants, let's explore the key aspects of direct care, concierge medicine, and their

In the AARP's current bulletin from Jan/Feb 2025, there is a timely story by Howard Zucker, M.D. about the difficulties of finding a doctor. The full article is "Where Have All The Doctors Gone?" [ https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/members-only-access/info-2025/where-are-all-the-doctors.html ] A 20% summary of the article is shown below: Summary: Navigating the Doctor Shortage Crisis in the U.S. The U.S. faces a severe and worsening physician shortage, leaving many pa

There are increasing arguments against consuming any alcohol, supported by two recent articles in the New York Times: The Battle Over What to Tell Americans About Drinking (Jan. 1, 2025) https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/01/health/alcohol-dietary-guidelines.html Surgeon General Calls for Cancer Warnings on Alcohol (Jan. 3, 2025) https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/03/health/alcohol-surgeon-general-warning.html In the second article, Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. surgeon general, provi