Tag Archives: Proceedings

Anesthesia No Threat For Long-Term Dementia

May 2nd, 2013 - 12:58 pm

Mayo Clinic researchers have found that elderly patients who receive anesthesia are no more likely to develop long-term dementia or Alzheimer’s disease than other seniors. Pediatric anesthesiologist at the Mayo Clinic Children’s Center, David Warner, M.D., says, “It’s reassuring we’re adding to the … Continue reading →

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Electronic Prolonged QT Interval Warning System

April 25th, 2013 - 10:22 am

Using a one-of-a-kind computer-aided program, Mayo Clinic has developed and implemented a Mayo-wide electronic warning system to identify patients at risk of QT-related deaths from an abnormality in the heart’s electrical system. The system informs all physicians, regardless of their … Continue reading →

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Physician Spouses Seem Satisfied in Relationships

March 28th, 2013 - 7:37 am

It appears the majority of U.S. spouses/partners of physicians are happy with their relationships. According to Mayo Clinic research, approximately 900 U.S. spouses/partners of physicians responded to a national survey and 85 percent of them said they are satisfied in … Continue reading →

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Top List of Reasons People Go To the Doctor

January 16th, 2013 - 3:56 pm

A new Mayo Clinic Proceedings study shows people most often visit health care providers because of skin issues, joint disorders and back pain.    Jennifer St. Sauver, Ph.D., says, ”Much research already has focused on chronic conditions, which account for the majority of health care utilization … Continue reading →

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