Ideally, we would all like to assume that our doctors are infallible, that they never make costly errors–because costly in the medical profession could end up costing a person’s life. Unfortunately, they are human. They make mistakes. And knowing what those typical mistakes are may help you, as the patient, to prevent the doctor from [...]
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Sometimes people tell me how impressed they are with a doctor for ordering a battery of obscure diagnostic tests — as though this is a sign of great medical skill! In reality, it could just be all about business. A recent poll commissioned by the Alpharetta, Georgia-based Jackson Healthcare consulting firm reported that 73% of [...]
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If you’ve ever complained of a terrifically sore neck or lingering back pain, chances are that someone suggested you see a chiropractor. I visit my chiropractor when my recurrent back pain flares up. I know lots of other people who see chiropractors, too. New research is affirming the efficacy of chiropractic care for a number [...]
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