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In-office meals are still OK under new PhRMA guidelines aimed at addressing concerns about the impact of promotional spending on physician prescribing.

The AMA played a prominent role in turning the tide on the bill. Efforts included ads slamming senators who voted against the measure in June.

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Growing numbers of elderly likely will lead to higher rates of dementia, making earlier detection a priority.

The trickle of discoveries that revolutionized cancer care is turning into a flood.

The state medical society is pushing a bill that sets a minimum medical-loss ratio for health insurers.

The first license agreement with the large Wisconsin health system will create a private RHIO and the potential to reach outside the state.

Both physicians share their experiences about their paths to a better life and offer tips to others considering a change.

Doctors say allowing plaintiffs more time to file suit when a misdiagnosis occurs disregards medical science and the Legislature's intent.

Physicians at Johns Hopkins University Hospital initially had concerns about cameras getting in the way but found the experience gratifying.