National Institutes of Health
Ncbi: What Does Cruzan Mean to the Practicing Physician?
Discusses patient rights in regards to refusing treatment that may save their lives. The Supreme court held that patients have a constitutional right to refuse treatment.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Physicians and Surgeons
Occupational outlook for all doctors that details expected job market in future, salary, working conditions, etc.
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Stadt Koln
A great web site, the official site of the city of Koln (Cologne) contains a wealth of information about the city: facts and figures, its history, culture, geography, economy, sights, tourism, sports, and free time activity--not to...
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American Massage Therapy Association Homepage
This resource provides information about massage therapy and how to pursue a career in this field.
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American Psychiatric Association: Homepage
Home page of a professional organization of physicians specializing in psychiatry or the treatment of mental and emotional disorders.
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American Medical Association
This resource is the homepage of the association responsible for licensing all medical education programs in the US, and setting the standards for medical education, practice, and research. Contains professional and educational resources.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Cardiovascular Technician
This site, published by the Department of Labor Statistics, provides information related to the Cardiovascular Technician Career. Employment projections and trends are detailed with a brief description of the profession.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Doctor's Dilemma Advocacy for Whom?
Explore the changes that have occurred within the health insurance field and the impact on the consumer's ability to afford insurance, and understand the dilemma physicians face in providing managed care.
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What Is Osteopathy?
Offers a general overview of osteopathy: what it is, how it works, common treatments, history, and comparison to M.D.
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American College of Chest Physicians: Home Page
Web page of a professional organization of physicians who specialize in cardio-pulmonary care. This resource contains a great deal of information, especially research for the latest trends in cardiac and respiratory care.
Able Media
The Asclepion: Medicine in Ancient Greece
Impressive Classics Technology Center site lists the achievements of the ancient Greeks in medicine from the time of Homer up to Hippocrates and the plague of Athens during the Peloponnesian war. Gives evidence from ancient texts.
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American College of Emergency Physicians
Home page of a professional organization of Physicians working in emergency medical settings. Site includes a great deal of information about emergency medicine, including the education of EMT-Paramedics.
American Academy of Family Physicians
Family doctor.org: Dementia
This article provides several answers to some perplexing questions about the behavior of people suffering from dementia. The subjects that are covered include: what is dementia, how is dementia treated, how can I deal with agitation, and...
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Mipediatra.com: Indice Alfabetico De Mi Pediatra
An at-your-fingertips alphabetized guide to children's health questions and concerns. Neatly designed with illustrations and easy to read fonts.
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American College of Surgeons
Home page of professional organization of surgeons. Site contains professional and education resources, including a Medline search engine link.