Periodontal disease is a dental problem in which infection of the gum surrounding the teeth takes place. It is also known as gum disease. This oral inflammation causes bleeding, swollen gums, and may lead to teeth fall out if not treated on time. The disease is caused by a bacteria formed on the teeth hours …
Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) is team-based care model in which healthcare professionals led by a physician work towards offering quality care. They collaborate to improve services, patient experience, and ensure safety. They also make sure that staff satisfaction is high and care coordination is at its best with the minimal costs incurred
In the US health insurance market, a preferred provider organization (PPO) refers to a care organization of hospitals, physicians, nurses and other medical service providers who partner with the insurance companies and agrees to provide care services and facilities at reduced rates to the clients of the insurer. And in doing so, PPOs charge access …
A primary care physician (PCP) also referred to as a primary care provider is a medical specialist practicing general medicine and is the first point of contact by a patient. From diagnosing to treating common medical problems or illness, a PCP is trained to interpret blood samples and x-ray reports, analyze patient’s symptoms and start …
A surgical process performed by plastic surgery specialists or cosmetic surgeons to help in the reconstruction, restoration, and alteration of the human body for improving its functioning as well appearance. There are two phases of plastic surgery, first is the reconstructive surgery part and the second one is the cosmetic or aesthetic surgery part.
An electrically charged medical device placed in the chest of patients whose heartbeats at an abnormal rhythm. It uses electrical pulses to standardize the heartbeat rate, helping the patient lead a normal life. There are different types of the pacemaker which are: Single Chamber Pacemakers – with one battery powered electronic circuit Dual Chamber Pacemakers …
Also referred to as surgical nurses, perioperative nurses assist doctors and surgical teams in patient diagnosis, surgical procedures, tracking medical history, and all other necessary details. These nurses work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as nurse anesthetists, surgeons, nurse practitioners, anesthesiologists, technologists, etc. They perform a variety of responsibilities apart from caring for patients …
Pediatric dentists are specialized care providers who are trained in the field of pediatric dentistry that deals with the offering of health services to children having dental problems and diseases. From diagnosis to treatment and prevention of dental issues in children, pediatric dentists take charge of the dental well-being of every child. Apart from offering …
War veterans, people, and children who have experienced any kind of physical or sexual assault, disaster, accident, abuse, or any other serious traumatic events are the ones who suffer from the posttraumatic stress disorder. Immediately people may not experience PTSD symptoms. Usually, within three months of the occurrence of the event, people may start experiencing …
Pharmacists work in various work environments such as community and hospital pharmacy, pharmaceutical companies, primary care organizations, veterinary pharmacy, military pharmacy, and so. Besides administering and dispensing medicine, pharmacists also perform various other job responsibilities as well, which include ensuring medicine supply, checking medicine quality, advising healthcare professionals on the effective and safe use of …
