Importance A patent foramen ovale (PFO), an opening between the right and left atria during normal fetal development that fails to close after birth, is present in approximately 25% of all adults. Paradoxical embolism, a venous thromboembolism that travels to the…
This JAMA Insights explores optimal strategies for managing the adverse effects associated with incretin-based medications for obesity, including semaglutide and tirzepatide.
Dr Kim Smolderen discusses the critical but often underrecognized intersection of cardiovascular and behavioral health, and shares evidence-based strategies for advancing patient-centered care in cardiovascular treatment, emphasizing the importance of integrated models that go beyond primary care.
Dr Tiffany Moore Simas, Medical Director for Lifeline for Moms, and Obstetric Engagement Liaison for the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Program (MCPAP) for Moms, explores the opportunities and challenges of maternal behavioral health-focused care models while emphasizing the importance of…
This article discusses the use of brain organoids in modeling the biological mechanisms of psychiatric disease.
This JAMA Insights explores strategies for effectively communicating a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment or dementia to patients and their care partners.
A teenage girl with atopic dermatitis presented with asymptomatic, skin-colored papules on her abdomen. What is your diagnosis?
Importance The Association of Women Surgeons is committed to supporting surgical families for practicing surgeons and developing equitable family-friendly guidelines, including support for adequate paid family leave, access to childcare, breastfeeding support, and insurance coverage of fertility preservation and assisted reproductive…
Importance Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are increasingly used in melanoma research and to guide clinical practice; however, the validation of these PROMs for use in melanoma populations is unknown. Objective To conduct a systematic review and construct an evidence gap map to…
Importance Despite major advancements in cardiovascular clinical research, underrepresentation in cardiovascular clinical trials persists, limiting generalizability, access to novel therapies, and equitable care. Observations Policymakers, funding bodies, researchers, and professional societies have increasingly acknowledged the scientific importance of representation of the intended…
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