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Diagnostic Safety, Part 5: Systems Factors

This activity discusses ways systems factors (flaws or weaknesses in organizational systems of care) can sabotage correct diagnoses. Think about a primary care practice with no specific policy for checking if patients actually go to recommended tests and consults, which…

Diagnostic Safety, Part 4: The Value of the Differential Diagnosis

In medicine, the formulation of a differential diagnosis is fundamental to the diagnostic reasoning process. It is less likely to find documentation of a differential diagnosis in cases that have diagnostic errors. This activity presents strategies to fortify the differential…

BMJ Best Practice

BMJ Best Practice is a clinical decision support tool that supports healthcare professionals in diagnosing and managing patients. It is a knowledge resource that is continually updated, evidence-based, actionable and practical. It helps healthcare professionals fill gaps in their medical…

Future Health: Best Practices for Advancing Care

This program explores the transformative impact of technology on healthcare, focusing on how innovation is reshaping patient care and the evolving roles of healthcare professionals. Through dynamic sessions and expert discussions, we’ll delve into the potential of artificial intelligence, digital…

Master the K (and F) Series

The mentored K Series is often an applicant’s first contact with the NIH grant process. It can be a steep and intimidating learning curve. We will help you think carefully about whether the K is right for you, as its…

Research Readiness Training

The Research Readiness Training course prepares clinical staff to effectively integrate research into busy clinical healthcare settings. Clinicians will gain foundational knowledge in the principles and implementation of research and understand the key role played by each member of the…

Call to Action: Early Detection of Alzheimer’s Disease in an Aging Populace

Alzheimer’s disease poses a significant and growing health crisis, but early detection maximizes options to slow disease progression and maintain quality of life. This expert commentary provides an up-to-date summary of the natural disease history from preclinical to full dementia,…

Navigating Access, Equity, Workforce, and Costs in Primary Care

The 2024 Annual Education Program at Massachusetts Medical Society’s Annual Meeting (recorded on May 10, 2024) examines essential insights into the critical elements shaping primary care. This dynamic course is designed to address four key pillars of modern health care:…

Gender-Affirming Care – 2024 MMS Annual Meeting Ethics Forum

The 2024 Ethics Forum at Massachusetts Medical Society’s Annual Meeting (recorded on May 20, 2024) presented by the Committee on Ethics, Grievances, and Professional Standards, the Ethics Forum alerts physicians to the ethical implications of issues that arise in daily…