Sermo Blog: Amplifying the power of physicians' voices

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As a world leader in physician market research, Sermo perpetually surveys its online community of doctors on a range of topics. The valuable insights provided by doctors’ contributions to these surveys help inform articles, resources,…

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Patient Cases

Patient Loses Muscle Tone During a Flight?

Shared by America Psychiatrist A physician on Sermo recently posted about a 42-year-old male patient who had no vascular risk factors and was on no medications other than a nasal decongestant and Gabapentin for nerve…

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Insights

Doctors Have New Year’s Resolutions, Too!

The Sermo team wishes you all a happy and healthy New Year! ‘Tis the season for many to create a list of New Year’s Resolutions, and pinpoint personal goals to focus on in the New…

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Patient Cases

Patient Case: Have You Seen an Ankle Like This?

Shared by an American physician who specializes in Family Medicine A physician posted about a 63-year-old patient who is in excellent health and on no medications. The patient goes in for regular checkups, and all…

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Insights

Should Tattoo Ink Be Regulated?

3 out of 10 Americans (29%) having at least one tattoos, but few realize the unregulated elements of their ink. The FDA has traditionally not exercised regulatory authority for many color additives for pigments used in tattoo…

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Physicians share their favorite holiday season traditions

With the holiday season in full swing, the entire team at Sermo is wishing you a festive and jolly time with your friends and family! In preparation for the holidays, we asked doctors: What’s your…

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Is Man Flu Real? Doctors Settle the Argument

“Man Flu” – “a condition shared by all males wherein a common illness is presented by the patient as life threatening. Also known as chronic exaggeration” – has been the punch line of jokes for…

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Insights

Side effects of a knee replacement?

Shared by an American physician specializing in internal medicine. A 65-year-old patient comes in with a rash on both knees, with severe pruritis, and a burning sensation. The patient had her left knee replaced earlier…

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Insights

On Morality and Medicine: Does Evil Exist?

With so many tragedies being publicized in the news, many peoples’ first instinct is to try to understand, analyze, and explain what happened. When it comes to mass shootings, bombings, and other public tragedies, the…

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Insights

Is Hospital Food That Bad? Doctors Tell All

When it comes to airplanes, college dining halls, and cafeterias, the food doesn’t have the best reputation. Hospital food is also criticized for being limited in choice as well as in quality. Many people expect hospital…

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Insights

Shared Decision Making = Better Patient Outcomes

Shared decision making between clinicians and patients can lead to better patient outcomes, but finessing the conversation is a skill that requires insight and practice. The British Medical Journal consulted with physicians to create a…

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Patient Cases

Patient Case: Hematoma, or A Fractured Patella?

Doctors use Sermo to collectively solve challenging patient cases and get help with diagnoses. Sometimes doctors just need a second opinion for family members or friends, and look to their peers for support. An ophthalmologist…

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