tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.comments2023-07-18T09:42:47.954-07:00Health Policy WonkMichael Halasyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02160630101048946652noreply@blogger.comBlogger383125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-55451897609404936452013-02-04T22:30:27.381-08:002013-02-04T22:30:27.381-08:00I agree. The corporation of healthcare is a major...I agree. The corporation of healthcare is a major stumbling block to a successful system. When the administrators are following the same playbook as the banks, oil companies and automakers, the only ones to suffer will be the patients. Patients are not equivocal to customers, they are PATIENTS, and to treat them otherwise is a disservice to them, even of they don't understand.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07685009979033971830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-72334592945138423332012-08-05T04:01:07.029-07:002012-08-05T04:01:07.029-07:00This is not only useful for people interest in med...This is not only useful for people interest in medicine, but for any person interested. Thanks for sharing.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.argosy.edu/locations/atlanta/programs/clinical-psychology-certificate-58412.aspx" rel="nofollow">clinical health certificate programs</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13564073596654939892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-76695445715784532802012-03-15T08:33:11.238-07:002012-03-15T08:33:11.238-07:00Some great comments here. The issue is that many d...Some great comments here. The issue is that many degrees are not 'earned' like they used to be. I invite anyone to show me factual evidence that by a person getting a DNP degree from the University of Phoenix - online shows that this person 'earned' the title of doctor. Further, it is frightening that for-profit schools of this low caliber are awarding doctoral degrees (or master's degrees) in nursing. I have yet to see any for-profit schools offer PA degree programs.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11215284944262314507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-47899117975242779492012-02-26T21:27:58.392-08:002012-02-26T21:27:58.392-08:00Wow! I am reading this blog for this first time &...Wow! I am reading this blog for this first time & I am astonished at the lack of professionalism that most of the postings reflect. After working for the last 4 years in an area very strongly supported by both PAs & NPs & CNSs & APRNs & residents/MD/DOs, I thought the purpose of the formulation of the American College of Clinicians was to work together. Much of the back & forth here would make most of my work collegues sick to just read it. <br /><br />We are all trained, certified, licensed, credentialed, & continuing our education in various forms i.e. Masters (medicine/nursing-related or not), Doctorate (clinical or not), residency, & oh yeah, patient care experience for all of us. When the "midlevel provider" has situations in which the role is threatened, where will our support for one another be? Realize that the combination of all "midlevel provider" positions together is still not stronger than the AMA. <br /><br />Remember the purpose of the formulation of this blog & this organization. Bashing each other is not productive. <br /><br />9yrsPA&yourProfessionalColleague9yrsPA&yourProfessionalColleaguehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01341905774827475276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-72417595780244182382012-02-18T09:15:03.600-08:002012-02-18T09:15:03.600-08:00Hello Michael,
Are you still writing? It looked l...Hello Michael,<br />Are you still writing? It looked like maybe you have cooled off a bit. If you are interested in being a contributor on a pa job board site, please let me know.MarvinFamilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15342127126748474170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-6709992919756483402012-01-13T01:41:03.157-08:002012-01-13T01:41:03.157-08:00I would like you to keep up the good work.You know...I would like you to keep up the good work.You know how to make your post understandable for most of the people.I will definitely share it with others.Thanks for sharing.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.usmleworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow">USMLE</a>Dr. Rodrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04537194899481847109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-37822184769969100432011-12-08T23:17:10.917-08:002011-12-08T23:17:10.917-08:00very informative post, thank you! If you don't...very informative post, thank you! If you don't mind me asking, how do you research before writing a blog entry? I'm really interested in health care policy and I'm an undergraduate, but I really don't know how to research...<br />Thank you!The Accidental Floridianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17416671064970544500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-11042247007698197912011-11-30T17:47:00.408-08:002011-11-30T17:47:00.408-08:00What about doctor shortages?
If their were more ...What about doctor shortages? <br /><br />If their were more doctors, their would be more competition. <br /><br />How come more hospitals are not like the Mayo clinic?<br /><br />No competition among hospitals, that is why.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-32377144315454763722011-11-30T17:46:08.266-08:002011-11-30T17:46:08.266-08:00Nice article, but what about doctor shortage? I wo...Nice article, but what about doctor shortage? I would suspect that if their were no doctor shortage, doctors would have to compete. <br /><br />Also, home come more hospitals are not like the Mayo clinic? <br /><br />No competition. <br /><br />Anyone would go to the Mayo Clinic, but their is no competition. <br /><br />I will check back. Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-80800478561702806002011-11-04T13:45:28.553-07:002011-11-04T13:45:28.553-07:00physasst said: "But there are combined RN/NP...physasst said: "But there are combined RN/NP programs. Applicants do not ever work as RN's, they complete the RN portion and then go STRAIGHT into the NP program. This is concerning to me. Just as the lack of prior HCE among some PA schools concerns me as well. "<br /><br />Lack of prior HCE? Don't you know that the "RN portion" always includes clinical experience? And so what if there are BSN-MSN/DNP programs? **Students get accepted into MD programs all the time who have ZERO HCE. You can be accepted into an MD program with a BA in Art History as long as you take all the pre-req courses for medical school.** Idiot. BSN programs provide students with extensive, mandatory clinical experience that prepares them for a career as a registered nurse.<br /><br />How can you be so against NP programs when you clearly have no clue how nursing education works?<br /><br />Fool.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-19650934684453668392011-09-08T01:00:48.674-07:002011-09-08T01:00:48.674-07:00sorry, but i do not agree. everyone should be remu...sorry, but i do not agree. everyone should be remunerated as per their qualifications.<br /><br />More experience and qualification more earning.<br /><br />No offense please.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.genericpillmart.com" rel="nofollow">generic viagra</a>Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02238642535794619680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-46439244072816401682011-09-07T04:43:55.948-07:002011-09-07T04:43:55.948-07:00"Assumptions are often incorrect and the assu..."Assumptions are often incorrect and the assumptions are incredibly inaccurate in primary care and in basic health access"<br /><br /><br />thats exactly whatmy experience says. <a href="http://www.genericpillmart.com" rel="nofollow">generic viagra</a>Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02238642535794619680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-9498604130044983072011-07-26T08:51:36.673-07:002011-07-26T08:51:36.673-07:00Primary care is treated like a disease by many med...Primary care is treated like a disease by many medical students, and it's a shame. Thanks for your analysis it gave me a break from my <a href="http://www.get-into-medicalschool.com/mcat-study-guide/" rel="nofollow">mcat study guide</a>.B & Nhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12838188831330995225noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-26387802898328841752011-07-17T06:03:11.418-07:002011-07-17T06:03:11.418-07:00Here's a link to the most comprehensive review...Here's a link to the most comprehensive review I've found:<br /><br />http://www.studentdoctor.net/2011/04/sdn-reports-the-dnp-degree/<br /><br />It appears the AMAs concerns are justified. More than half of patients think either a DNP is a physician or are unsure.<br /><br />Also, I suspect online non standardized course work on often non clinical topics will do little to enhance the NP degree. In my opinion, this degree at many institutions will add unnecessary expenses to education with few gains.Verbatimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00096735987797909375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-70783144084579718452011-07-17T05:51:42.691-07:002011-07-17T05:51:42.691-07:00Here's a link to the most comprehensive review...Here's a link to the most comprehensive review of the DNP degree I could find:<br /><br />http://www.studentdoctor.net/2011/04/sdn-reports-the-dnp-degree/<br /><br />It's somewhat biased, but the AMA's concerns are justified. Over half of patients believe DNPs are physicians or are uncertain.<br /><br />I doubt non standardized curricula with online courses (often on non clinical topics) will lead to improved patient outcomes both the confusion of patients and the expense of NPs paying tuition for this degree.Verbatimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00096735987797909375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-36414221493197601002011-06-29T22:34:45.403-07:002011-06-29T22:34:45.403-07:00My mother, 79, was just diagnosed with painless ja...My mother, 79, was just diagnosed with painless jaundice, I'm devastated! I know exactly what's next. This is bad! ERCP procedure Friday. Then strength and prayer! I needed to reach out for information or conversation. Thanks for the blog!K'Renaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17405809566794808481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-92135064505594764072011-06-29T22:29:01.945-07:002011-06-29T22:29:01.945-07:00I'm not a doctor but I just read your blog, it...I'm not a doctor but I just read your blog, it's Like I'm reading what just took place in my life in the last two days! My mother, 79 yrs. Old. Always has been healthy, presented two and a half weeks ago with nausea, some vomiting, dark urine, pale stools, and the tell tale symptom! Painless jaundice! I'm devastated! Like I said Im not a doctor but I've always read medical books, dictionaries, magazines, etc; this is not good and I know it. ERCP procedure in one day, and then a lot of praying. I'm ready to reach out to someone for any information or conversation. I'm glad I came upon your blog!K'Renaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17405809566794808481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-86202336988078713222011-04-17T18:04:52.100-07:002011-04-17T18:04:52.100-07:00this is funny.. I'm a fairly green PA with &l...this is funny.. I'm a fairly green PA with < 5 yrs experience in Urgent care and Family Practice.. and I just got an operative report back from a patient I sent to the nearest city with a CT for suspected acute abdomen/appendicitis.. Looks like even I can diagnose acute abdomen from history and physical exam, and order appropriate labs and diagnostics, and mind you, my supervising physician was never in the room, nor saw this patient. (this is not arrogance either, just stating a point that there are competent PAs out there)JRODhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06317976782651942905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-44114860291747253282011-04-07T01:59:00.373-07:002011-04-07T01:59:00.373-07:00Nice to see information on health polices. I want ...Nice to see information on health polices. I want to know more about it in present time.<br /><a href="http://www.eyeliftguide.com/" rel="nofollow">eye lift</a>Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14733173238253069643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-5361411376888096112011-03-12T14:57:21.213-08:002011-03-12T14:57:21.213-08:00I totally agree with your thoughts and this can be...I totally agree with your thoughts and this can be effective in our economy. http://www.medi101.comSeo onlinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05834888665633382231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-53696250589576601282011-03-02T14:31:58.915-08:002011-03-02T14:31:58.915-08:00Hello Mr. Halasy,
I'm sorry to be leaving you...Hello Mr. Halasy,<br /><br />I'm sorry to be leaving you this message here in your comments, but I could not find your contact email. My name is Amy and I am working on an article for OnlineCollege.org about specific career fields and I found your blog during my research. I was wondering if you would be able to answer a few quick questions about your work and educational background, experience, and career path in this area to help with the article? I believe your professional experience as a PA could lend valuable insight on what it takes to be a PA for my readers!<br /><br />We can conduct the short interview either by phone or e-mail, depending on which is more convenient for you. Over the phone, it should only take about 10 minutes of your time. My email address is atran@collegedegrees.com.<br /><br />I look forward to hearing from you soon!<br /><br />Thanking You,<br />AmyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-3853995057566281572011-02-24T17:52:34.235-08:002011-02-24T17:52:34.235-08:00This blog is a good read, interesting positions.
...This blog is a good read, interesting positions. <br /><br />I am a C-FNP and am currently pursing my DNP. I chose to do this, not because I wanted to be a doctor, but because I want to have a terminal degree in my field. I want to be the best NP possible, and for me, this means having the highest degree possible in my field.<br /><br />As for the title, I will use the title Dr. in the university setting when I am teaching undergraduate and masters level nursing. I find it appropriate for academia. In my clinical practice setting, I will still use the title NP. I would never want anyone to assume I was a physician (although half of my rural health patients think I am). If I had wanted to me a medical doctor I would have went to medical school. I love being a nurse, and and NP.Who You Calling Cupcake?https://www.blogger.com/profile/10698529031437055834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-4103453946121501822011-02-18T12:32:08.259-08:002011-02-18T12:32:08.259-08:00Michael,
Looking forward to reading this series o...Michael,<br /><br />Looking forward to reading this series of posts. <br /><br />My organization is conducting national research on a solution to defensive medicine, including preparing new legislation. We would like your input and help. Please email me at kjennings(at)jacksonhealthcare(dot)com, and we can go from there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-24390405400711114102011-02-11T10:20:46.158-08:002011-02-11T10:20:46.158-08:00Like the blog. I am in a mixed marriage. My husban...Like the blog. I am in a mixed marriage. My husband is a PA and I am an APRN. My brother-in-law (BIL) is an MD (only because he failed to get into PA school and went to medical school as his "back up"). My husband and BIL compared their classes and the time spent in class. The difference? One economics of medicine class that the MD had to take. Granted, BIL also had to do a residency after graduating and my husband went straight into practice. However, as my husband has been in practice for nearly 10 years now...<br /><br />APRN is very different. I chose to become an APRN over MD or PA. I am much more holistic in viewpoint and it seemed a better fit for my personality. While I would have to agree that APRN's do not get enough clinical experience in school, that experience is obtained quickly in practice. The knowledge is there. Most APRN's also enter their Master's or Doctoral degree with additional clinical experience as RN's. One could argue that this helps flesh out the programmatic requirements. <br /><br />I think anyone who earns a doctoral degree deserves the title that has historically come with it. I think we just need a massive paradigm shift to calling a MD/DO a physician, rather than a doctor (pipe-dream). However, if an NP/PA does obtain a clinical doctorate, they should be allowed to use that title and should have equivalent rights in their area of specialty as anyone else with a clinical doctorate. We call psychologists (who cannot prescribe, etc), "doctor" and after a couple of visits the patients figure it out. <br /><br />Lets be honest, these arguments are about territory, job security and money. The best MD/DO's I know have no problem with the development of another group of health care providers. The same goes for the best PA's and NP's. People should have a choice about what provider they see and as long as we all know our limitations, does it really matter? No provider of any degree is going to perform major surgery for which they are not trained. An internist is not going to amputate a leg, an orthopaedic PA...might be appropriate...Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18393844010485838163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6727141328394022309.post-84541173286829472542011-02-03T00:30:15.096-08:002011-02-03T00:30:15.096-08:00Nice post on your blog it’s very attractive to vis...Nice post on your blog it’s very attractive to visitors and easy to understand any one would like to stay on it for a long time. <a href="http://www.indiansurgical.com/hospitalfurniture.htm" rel="nofollow"> Hospital Bed<br /></a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02257155892241898450noreply@blogger.com