Skin infections respond to short antibiotic course

Acute skin infections responded as well to a six-day course of a new antibiotic as infections treated with a longer treatment with an existing drug, researchers report. » More

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Epiduo approved for children ages 9 and up

The Food and Drug Administration has approved the topical acne drug Epiduo (adapalene 01. percent/benzoyl peroxide 2.5 percent, Galderma) in children ages 9 and older, according to a news release. » More

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Can you afford to miss this meeting?

The Business of Medicine Summit (Philadelphia, Feb 23-24 2013) is a CME-CERTIFIED meeting focused on the practical aspects of running a successful practice. Presented by nationally-recognized experts, topics will include practice management, electronic health records, risk management, healthcare reform and health policy, reimbursement, corporate tax structure, and many other topics focused on supporting today's and tomorrow's physicians and medical practices.
Visit: www.bizmedicine.org

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14 million

Estimated number of healthcare visits for suspected Staphylococcus aureus skin and soft tissue infections in the U.S.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Mycobacterial infections may emerge from fractional resurfacing

Papules and pustules after patients undergo resurfacing procedures with a fractional CO₂ laser may be caused by nontuberculous mycobacterial infection, according to a recent study. » More

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Solta acquires Sound Surgical Technologies

Solta Medical will acquire Sound Surgical Technologies for $25.5 million in stock and $5 million in cash, the company announced.
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Join physicians from around the country to address the most pressing economic issues facing office-based practices at The Business of Medicine 2nd Annual Summit, Feb. 23-24 in Philadelphia. Attendees can earn up to 15 CMEs.

Topics feature:
• Payment Reform/Models
• Patient Centered Medical Homes, ACOs
• EHRs and Medicare's Meaningful Use Incentives
• Reimbursement strategies
• Risk Management
• Corporate Tax Structure
• Building practice efficiencies

» To register go to bizmedicine.org

The 2013 summit is sponsored by The Jefferson School of Population Health and the Institute for Continuing Healthcare Education, in consultation with the American College of Physicians, and in partnership with Dermatology Times and Medical Economics.