Financial matters
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37351
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4024
- Available Online
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Getting sick can be stressful in many ways. For some people, being sick has a big impact on their finances. Knowing your options and understanding how they work can help. This pamphlet explains what Short Term Illness (STI) and Long Term Disability (LTD) are, whether you can get help from Employment Insurance (EI), what the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability Benefit is, and what Income Assistance (IA) is. If you feel you have tried all options and are still having trouble meeting your financi…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Financial Support
- Government Programs
- Health Care Costs
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Government aid--Nova Scotia
- Medical care, Cost of
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Getting sick can be stressful in many ways. For some people, being sick has a big impact on their finances. Knowing your options and understanding how they work can help. This pamphlet explains what Short Term Illness (STI) and Long Term Disability (LTD) are, whether you can get help from Employment Insurance (EI), what the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability Benefit is, and what Income Assistance (IA) is. If you feel you have tried all options and are still having trouble meeting your financial needs, contact information for support is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4024
COVID-19 discharge checklist
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37449
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2220
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This list will help you manage your health when you leave the hospital. Topics include your discharge conversation, medications, and follow-up appointments. Information on what to do if your symptoms get worse is provided. Resources for COVID-19, mental health and addictions, financial programs and services, and other helpful resources are listed. A list of questions you may have for your health care team before leaving the hospital is included. There is space at the end of the guide to write y…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning
- Alternate Title
- Coronavirus discharge checklist
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Coronavirus
- Infectious diseases
- Hospitalization
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)
- Infectious diseases
- Hospitals--Admission and discharge
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- This list will help you manage your health when you leave the hospital. Topics include your discharge conversation, medications, and follow-up appointments. Information on what to do if your symptoms get worse is provided. Resources for COVID-19, mental health and addictions, financial programs and services, and other helpful resources are listed. A list of questions you may have for your health care team before leaving the hospital is included. There is space at the end of the guide to write your answers to these questions after talking to your health care team. The French version of this pamphlet, 2254, "COVID-19 – Liste de vérification pour le congé," is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 2257, is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Professional Practice Coordinators, IPPL, Central Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2220
COVID-19 – Liste de vérification pour le congé
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37536
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2254
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Cette liste vous aidera à gérer votre santé lorsque vous quitterez l'hôpital. Les sujets abordés comprennent la conversation au moment du congé, les médicaments et les rendez-vous de suivi. De l'information sur ce qu'il faut faire si vos symptômes s'aggravent est fournie. Vous y trouverez également des ressources concernant la COVID-19, la santé mentale et les dépendances, les programmes et services financiers, ainsi que d'autres ressources utiles. Une liste de questions que vous pouvez poser à…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning
- Alternate Title
- Coronavirus discharge checklist
- [COVID-19 discharge checklist]
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Coronavirus
- Infectious diseases
- Hospitalization
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)
- Infectious diseases
- Hospitals--Admission and discharge
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- Cette liste vous aidera à gérer votre santé lorsque vous quitterez l'hôpital. Les sujets abordés comprennent la conversation au moment du congé, les médicaments et les rendez-vous de suivi. De l'information sur ce qu'il faut faire si vos symptômes s'aggravent est fournie. Vous y trouverez également des ressources concernant la COVID-19, la santé mentale et les dépendances, les programmes et services financiers, ainsi que d'autres ressources utiles. Une liste de questions que vous pouvez poser à votre équipe de soins de santé avant de quitter l'hôpital est incluse. Un espace est prévu à la fin du guide pour écrire les réponses à ces questions après avoir parlé à votre équipe soignante.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2220, "COVID-19 Discharge Checklist". This list will help you manage your health when you leave the hospital. Topics include your discharge conversation, medications, and follow-up appointments. Information on what to do if your symptoms get worse is provided. Resources for COVID-19, mental health and addictions, financial programs and services, and other helpful resources are listed. A list of questions you may have for your health care team before leaving the hospital is included. There is space at the end of the guide to write your answers to these questions after talking to your health care team. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 2257, is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Professional Practice Coordinators, IPPL, Central Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2254
[COVID-19 discharge checklist]
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37560
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2257
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 2220. This list will help you manage your health when you leave the hospital. Topics include your discharge conversation, medications, and follow-up appointments. Information on what to do if your symptoms get worse is provided. Resources for COVID-19, mental health and addictions, financial programs and services, and other helpful resources are listed. A list of questions you may have for your health care team before leaving the hospital is included. T…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning
- Alternate Title
- Coronavirus discharge checklist
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- Arabic
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Coronavirus
- Infectious diseases
- Hospitalization
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)
- Infectious diseases
- Hospitals--Admission and discharge
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 2220. This list will help you manage your health when you leave the hospital. Topics include your discharge conversation, medications, and follow-up appointments. Information on what to do if your symptoms get worse is provided. Resources for COVID-19, mental health and addictions, financial programs and services, and other helpful resources are listed. A list of questions you may have for your health care team before leaving the hospital is included. There is space at the end of the guide to write your answers to these questions after talking to your health care team. The French version of this pamphlet, 2254, "COVID-19 – Liste de vérification pour le congé," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Professional Practice Coordinators, IPPL, Central Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2257
Pharmacare Nova Scotia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38135
IWK. Social Work Team, IWK. Communications and Public Affairs, IWK. Pharmacy.
Halifax, NS:
IWK Health Centre
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- PL-0892
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Pharmacare is a set of programs that help Nova Scotians with medication costs. We encourage all families who buy regular medications to apply to the Pharmacare Program and to always present your MSI Card when buying drugs. You may qualify for financial support from a provincial program.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- IWK. Social Work Team
- IWK. Communications and Public Affairs
- IWK. Pharmacy
- Alternate Title
- Got You Covered
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- IWK Health Centre
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Child Health
- Surgical Procedures, Operative
- Therapeutics
- Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Therapeutics
- Surgery, Operative
- Diagnosis
- Children--Health and hygiene
- Abstract
- Pharmacare is a set of programs that help Nova Scotians with medication costs. We encourage all families who buy regular medications to apply to the Pharmacare Program and to always present your MSI Card when buying drugs. You may qualify for financial support from a provincial program.
- Notes
- Formerly titled "Medication Coverage for Children and Youth in Nova Scotia: Help with medication costs (Pharmacare Programs in Nova Scotia)".
- Responsibility
- IWK Social Work Team, Halifax, NS
- Pamphlet Number
- PL-0892
Grief : coping with challenges
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36747
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0977
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The death of someone important to you brings many changes in your life. As you adjust and respond to these changes, you will face challenges. Please remember: you are not alone. This pamphlet includes practical suggestions about dealing with common challenges you may face when you are grieving. Topics include making decisions, financial affairs, personal effects, memories of recent events, certain rooms or places, changes in relationships, special dates and events, dreams and visitations, looki…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Bereavement
- Grief
- Specialty
- Palliative Care
- Abstract
- The death of someone important to you brings many changes in your life. As you adjust and respond to these changes, you will face challenges. Please remember: you are not alone. This pamphlet includes practical suggestions about dealing with common challenges you may face when you are grieving. Topics include making decisions, financial affairs, personal effects, memories of recent events, certain rooms or places, changes in relationships, special dates and events, dreams and visitations, looking after your health, sleep, and eating. The French version of this pamphlet 2147, "Deuil : surmonter les difficultés", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Created by: Victoria Hospice, modified with permission. Adapted by: Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation
- Pamphlet Number
- 0977
Deuil : surmonter les difficultés
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36773
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2147
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La mort d'un proche entraîne de nombreux changements dans votre vie. En vous adaptant et en réagissant à ces changements, vous serez confronté à des défis. Rappelez-vous que vous n’êtes pas seul. Ce dépliant contient des suggestions pratiques pour faire face aux difficultés courantes auxquelles vous pourriez faire face en période de deuil. Les sujets traités comprennent la prise de décisions, les affaires financières, les effets personnels, les souvenirs d'événements récents, certaines pièces o…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- Grief : coping with challenges
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Bereavement
- Grief
- Specialty
- Palliative Care
- Abstract
- La mort d'un proche entraîne de nombreux changements dans votre vie. En vous adaptant et en réagissant à ces changements, vous serez confronté à des défis. Rappelez-vous que vous n’êtes pas seul. Ce dépliant contient des suggestions pratiques pour faire face aux difficultés courantes auxquelles vous pourriez faire face en période de deuil. Les sujets traités comprennent la prise de décisions, les affaires financières, les effets personnels, les souvenirs d'événements récents, certaines pièces ou certains endroits, les changements dans les relations, les dates et événements spéciaux, les rêves et manifestations de la personne décédée, votre santé, le sommeil et l'alimentation.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Grief: Coping with Challenges" pamphlet 0977. The death of someone important to you brings many changes in your life. As you adjust and respond to these changes, you will face challenges. Please remember: you are not alone. This pamphlet includes practical suggestions about dealing with common challenges you may face when you are grieving. Topics include making decisions, financial affairs, personal effects, memories of recent events, certain rooms or places, changes in relationships, special dates and events, dreams and visitations, looking after your health, sleep, and eating.
- Responsibility
- Created by: Victoria Hospice, modified with permission. Adapted by: Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation
- Pamphlet Number
- 2147
Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44824
Paul D. Thompson, Beth A. Taylor, editors.
--Cham:
Humana Press
, c2020.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
This book provides an overview of statin-associated muscle symptoms (SAMS) from clinical presentation to treatment and possible metabolic causes. It examines the risk factors, presentations, diagnosis and differential diagnosis, clinical management, and financial costs of SAMS. The book also highlights patients’ perspectives on SAMS such as the psychosocial, emotional, and societal factors influencing their perceptions and experiences. Finally, the book presents the results of observational and…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Thompson, Paul D.
- Taylor, Beth A.
- Responsibility
- Paul D. Thompson, Beth A. Taylor, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xi, 188 p.) : 22 illus., 16 illus. in color
- Series Title
- Contemporary cardiology
- ISBN
- 9783030333041
- 9783030333034 (Print ed.)
- 9783030333058 (Print ed.)
- 9783030333065 (Print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2196-8969
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors - adverse effects
- Muscular Diseases - etiology
- Specialty
- Cardiology
- Physiology
- Abstract
- This book provides an overview of statin-associated muscle symptoms (SAMS) from clinical presentation to treatment and possible metabolic causes. It examines the risk factors, presentations, diagnosis and differential diagnosis, clinical management, and financial costs of SAMS. The book also highlights patients’ perspectives on SAMS such as the psychosocial, emotional, and societal factors influencing their perceptions and experiences. Finally, the book presents the results of observational and clinical trials on the prevalence of SAMS, clinical trials for treatments, and potential future research approaches for improving the understanding and treatment of SAMS. A key addition to the Contemporary Cardiology series, Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms is an essential resource for physicians, medical students, residents, fellows, and allied health professionals in cardiology, endocrinology, pharmacotherapy, primary care, and health promotion and disease prevention.
- Contents
- 1. Introduction -- 2. Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms Are Real -- 3. The Clinical Presentation of Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms (SAMS) -- 4. Definitions of Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms -- 5. The Patient Perspective on Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms -- 6. Prevalence of SAMS in Observational and Clinical Trials -- 7. Risk Factors for SAMS -- 8. Large Clinical Trials of Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms -- 9. Clinical Management of SAMS -- 10. The Effect of Statins on Exercise Performance and Exercise Training -- 11. Genetic Risk Factors for Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms (SAMS) -- 12. The Role of the Mitochondria in SAMS -- 13. The Role of Muscle Protein and Energy Metabolism in Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms -- 14. Vitamin D and SAMS -- 15. Coenzyme Q10 and SAMS -- 16. The Canadian Consensus Working Group’s Approach to Identifying and Managing Statin-Associated Muscle and Other Symptoms -- 17. The Clinical and Financial Cost of SAMS -- 18. Statins and Neuromuscular Disease -- 19. Differential Diagnosis of Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms -- 20. Statin-Associated Autoimmune Myopathy and Other Forms of Myositis -- 21. Conclusions and Future Directions.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Head and Neck Cancer : Psychological and Psychosocial Effects
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44840
Christopher E. Fundakowski, editor.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2020.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
This volume serves to help readers understand and address factors that contribute to the psychological distress and negative self-perception of patients with head and neck cancer to improve their quality of life. It explores many of these issues in depth, such as the trends in diagnosis of head and neck cancer, disfigurement, advances and outcomes associated with minimally invasive surgery, long-term quality of life and functional outcomes, issues related to cancer pain, importance and impact o…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Fundakowski, Christopher E.
- Responsibility
- Christopher E. Fundakowski, editor
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiv, 234 p.) : 28 illus., 18 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030278816
- 9783030278809 (Print ed.)
- 9783030278823 (Print ed.)
- 9783030278830 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - psychology
- Patients - psychology
- Psycho-Oncology
- Quality of Life
- Specialty
- Psycho-Oncology
- Abstract
- This volume serves to help readers understand and address factors that contribute to the psychological distress and negative self-perception of patients with head and neck cancer to improve their quality of life. It explores many of these issues in depth, such as the trends in diagnosis of head and neck cancer, disfigurement, advances and outcomes associated with minimally invasive surgery, long-term quality of life and functional outcomes, issues related to cancer pain, importance and impact of nutrition, how reconstructive advances effect functional outcomes, the impact of cancer recurrence, and financial consequences of cancer diagnosis and treatment. Head and Neck Cancer: Psychological and Psychosocial Effects will help otolaryngologists, oncologists, surgeons, psychologists and healthcare professionals define the unique issues associated with the HNC patient population, discuss pertinent data, outline key aspects of high quality care in this population, and to draw attention to necessary future investigations and developments.
- Contents
- Trends in Head and Neck Cancer -- Treatment Related Patient Outcomes for Head and Neck Cancer -- Quality of Life Implications in Head and Neck Cancer -- Mental Health in Head and Neck Cancer -- Disfigurement -- Impact of Communication and Swallowing Dysfunction -- The Impact of Nutrition on Patient Outcomes -- The Impact of Pain -- Considerations in Advanced and Recurrent Head and Neck Cancer -- Financial Impact of Cancer Treatment -- Instruments for Quality of Life and Mental Health Assessment -- Multidisciplinary Care -- The Role of Importance of the Head Neck Oncology Nurse Navigator -- In Their Words.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Oncology in the Precision Medicine Era : Value-Based Medicine
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44847
Ravi Salgia, editor.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2020.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
This volume comprehensively reviews oncology in the precision medicine era of personalized care, latest developments in the field, and indications and clinical trials for the treatment of cancer with targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and epigenetic modulators. It thoroughly addresses concerns of various types of cancers including cancers of the head and neck, lung, colon, esophagus, bladder, pancreas, and breast; melanoma; multiple myeloma; hepatocellular carcinoma; renal cell carcinoma; and s…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Salgia, Ravi
- Responsibility
- Ravi Salgia, editor
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiii, 351 p.) : 28 illus., 16 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030314712
- 9783030314705 (Print ed.)
- 9783030314729 (Print ed.)
- 9783030314736 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Precision Medicine - methods
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Precision Medicine
- Abstract
- This volume comprehensively reviews oncology in the precision medicine era of personalized care, latest developments in the field, and indications and clinical trials for the treatment of cancer with targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and epigenetic modulators. It thoroughly addresses concerns of various types of cancers including cancers of the head and neck, lung, colon, esophagus, bladder, pancreas, and breast; melanoma; multiple myeloma; hepatocellular carcinoma; renal cell carcinoma; and sarcomas. It is organized and written in a format that is easy to follow for both clinicians and non-clinical scientists interested in personalized medicine. Chapters cover the identification of the clinical problem and summary of recent findings, tumor biology and heterogeneity, genomics, examples of simple and complex cases, biological pathways, future clinical trials, and financial considerations. Oncology in the Precision Medicine Era: Value-Based Medicine will serve as a useful resource for medical oncologists and healthcare providers tailoring medicine to the needs of the individual patient, from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and follow up.
- Contents
- Healthcare Perspective -- Lung Cancer -- Esophageal and Gastric Cancer- Sarcomas -- Multiple Myeloma -- Pancreatic Cancer -- Colon Cancer -- Renal Cell Carcinoma -- Prostate Cancer -- Molecular Testing in Ovarian Cancer: Recommendations and Treatment Considerations -- Genomic Cancer Risk Assessment -- Triple-Negative Breast Cancer -- Melanoma -- Digital Patient Engagement and Social Media -- Hepatocellular Carcinoma -- Treatment Strategies in Head and Neck Cancer -- Primary Central Nervous System Tumors -- Lymphoma.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
The Business Basics of Building and Managing a Healthcare Practice
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44961
Neil Baum, Marc J. Kahn, editors.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2020.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
This book is intended to be a roadmap towards a successful practice for medical students, residents, fellows, and doctors. This roadmap focuses on how to build and manage a medical practice, and can be applied regardless if the reader is employed, joins a small group, or if they are a doctor who decides to start their own practice. Part I covers the basic business concepts that every physician needs to know. Chapters emphasize the benefits that accrue to a physician who understands the basics o…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Baum, Neil
- Kahn, Marc J.
- Responsibility
- Neil Baum, Marc J. Kahn, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 213 p.) : 22 illus., 5 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030277765
- 9783030277758 (Print ed.)
- 9783030277772 (Print ed.)
- Specialty
- Professional Practice
- Abstract
- This book is intended to be a roadmap towards a successful practice for medical students, residents, fellows, and doctors. This roadmap focuses on how to build and manage a medical practice, and can be applied regardless if the reader is employed, joins a small group, or if they are a doctor who decides to start their own practice. Part I covers the basic business concepts that every physician needs to know. Chapters emphasize the benefits that accrue to a physician who understands the basics of business. Part II provides a guide for doctors who are beginning a medical practice. The chapters define the various options for doctors’ employment such as solo practice, group practice, and academic medicine. The section also includes the process of negotiating contracts, identifying the advisers who help physicians become successful, and secure within their field and practice. The final part emphasizes strategies on how to build and grow a successful practice by covering topics such as hiring staff, employee motivation, creating a brand, gaining recognition, online reputation and presence, crisis management, integrating new technology, and work/life balance. The Business Basics of Building and Managing a Healthcare Practice serves as a valuable resource that helps doctors make a difference in the lives of their patients, as well as help them make good financial decisions.
- Contents
- Part I. Basic Business Concepts and Principles -- Why Doctors Need to Consider Medicine a Business -- Time-Value of Money, or What Is the Real Financial Value of an Opportunity? -- Basic Accounting and Interpretation of Financial Statements -- Revenue Cycle Management -- Contracts and Negotiation -- Entrepreneurship and Formulating Business Plans -- Managing People -- Basic Personal Finance and Investing -- Organized Medicine -- Part II. Your First Job -- Transition From Training to Practice -- Managing Student Debt -- MIPS MACRA and Payment Models -- Obtaining and Maintaining Referrals from Other Physicians -- Branding Your Medical Practice-How to Make Your Practice Distinctive and Unique -- Legal Considerations in Hiring and Firing of Non-Physician Staff -- Malpractice -- Midlevel Providers (Notes) -- Use of Technology -- Academic Practice -- Part III. Growing a Practice -- Gaining Recognition in the Community -- Internet and Social Media Marketing -- Crisis Management -- Physician Burnout — Don’t Get Caught in the Flame -- “Divorcing” Your Business Partners -- Life-Work Equilibrium -- Future of Medicine: The Past Cannot Be Changed, The Future is in Your Power -- Conclusion and Five Essential Metrics You Need to Know.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Spine Pain Care : A Comprehensive Clinical Guide
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44997
Jianren Mao, editor.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2020.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
This multi-faceted book provides readers with comprehensive guidance to spine pain care. Unique in structure, the contents integrate various specialties involved in spine pain care, thereby bringing in new prospective and expanding readership. This six part reference begins with a review on the epidemiology and economic impacts that present clinical and financial challenges for spine pain care. Part two then brings the reader into a review of the anatomy, pathophysiology, and etiology of spine …
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Mao, Jianren
- Responsibility
- Jianren Mao, editor
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xv, 546 p.) : 216 illus., 120 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030274474
- 9783030274467 (Print ed.)
- 9783030274481 (Print ed.)
- 9783030274498 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Pain Management
- Spinal Diseases - complications
- Spinal Injuries - complications
- Spine - physiopathology
- Specialty
- Orthopedic Procedures
- Pain Management
- Abstract
- This multi-faceted book provides readers with comprehensive guidance to spine pain care. Unique in structure, the contents integrate various specialties involved in spine pain care, thereby bringing in new prospective and expanding readership. This six part reference begins with a review on the epidemiology and economic impacts that present clinical and financial challenges for spine pain care. Part two then brings the reader into a review of the anatomy, pathophysiology, and etiology of spine pain. Subsequent parts then dive into clinical evaluation tactics, unique disease conditions and treatment options. Finally, the book closes with two chapters discussing the challenges of spine pain medicine and the potential future directions of the field. Written by experts in their respective fields, Spine Pain Care - A Comprehensive Clinical Guide is a first-of-its-kind, barrier breaking work designed for all professionals involved in spine pain care, including physicians and nurses, as well as medical students, residents and fellows as a supplementary educational material.
- Contents
- Part I. Epidemiology and Economic Impact -- 1. Spine Pain Care: Clinical Challenges and Unmet Research Needs -- 2. The Epidemiology and Economic Impact of Spine Pain -- 3. Current and Emerging Payment Models for Spine Pain Care: Evidence-Based, Outcomes-Based, or Both? -- Part II. Anatomy, Pathophysiology, and Etiology -- 4. Functional Anatomy of the Human Spine -- 5. Pathophysiology of Spinal Pain -- 6. Clinical and Research Tools for Pain Assessment -- Part III. Clinical Evaluation -- 7. History and Physical Examination -- 8. Radiological Evaluation of the Lumbar Spine -- 9. Neurological Exam and Neurophysiologic Evaluation for the Pain Patient -- 10. Psychological and Psychiatric Evaluation of the Spine Pain Patient: An Interface of the Mind/Body Dynamic -- Part IV. Spine Pain Conditions -- 11. Spinal Stenosis -- 12. Disk Herniation and Radiculopathy -- 13. Degenerative Spine Joint Disease -- 14. Degenerative Disk Disease -- 15. Cervicogenic Headache -- 16. Infectious and Autoimmune Disease and Spine Pain -- 17. Oncology and Spine Pain -- 18. Pediatric Spine Pain -- Part V. Treatment of Spine Pain -- 19. Opioid and Non-Opioid Therapy -- 20. Surgical Interventions for Spine Pain Management -- 21. Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures for Spine Pain Management -- 22. Epidural Steroid Injections -- 23. Nerve Block and Radiofrequency Ablation -- 24. Neuromodulation for Spine Pain Care -- 25. Intrathecal Drug Delivery -- 26. Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty -- 27. Fluoroscopic Images of Spinal Procedures and Radiation Safety -- 29. Sympathetic Neural Blockade and Trigger Point Injections -- 30. Miscellaneous Spine Procedures: Nucleoplasty, Intradiscal Electrothermal therapy -- 31. Complications of Interventional Therapy for the Management of Low Back Pain -- 32. Regional Anesthesia in Patients with Spine Pain -- 33. Radiation Therapy for Oncologic Spine Pain -- 34. Rehabilitation Approaches to Spine Care: Physical therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Aquatic Therapy -- 35. Psychological Assessment and Behavioral Management of Spine Pain -- 36. Integrative Medicine -- 37. Organizational and Nursing Issues Related to Spine Pain Care -- Part VI. Challenges and Future Directions -- 38. Basic Research for Pain -- 39. Chronic Low Back Pain: Improving Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Critical Care Administration : A Comprehensive Clinical Guide
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45016
Jorge Hidalgo, Javier Pérez-Fernández, Gloria Rodríguez-Vega, editors.
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Springer
, c2020.
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This book provides a state-of-the-art overview on critical care administration. The text reviews important aspects and considerations involved in developing an efficient, cost-effective critical care program, while maintaining a safe and high-quality work environment. Major topics covered include different models of critical care services, planning and budgeting, administration support, staffing models, tele/smart ICU, protocols and guidelines, and disaster preparedness and management. Written …
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- Other Authors
- Hidalgo, Jorge
- Pérez-Fernández, Javier
- Rodríguez-Vega, Gloria
- Responsibility
- Jorge Hidalgo, Javier Pérez-Fernández, Gloria Rodríguez-Vega, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xix, 277 p.) : 17 illus., 11 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030338084
- 9783030338077 (Print ed.)
- 9783030338091 (Print ed.)
- 9783030338107 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Critical Care - organization & administration
- Intensive Care Units - organization & administration
- Specialty
- Critical Care
- Health Services Administration
- Abstract
- This book provides a state-of-the-art overview on critical care administration. The text reviews important aspects and considerations involved in developing an efficient, cost-effective critical care program, while maintaining a safe and high-quality work environment. Major topics covered include different models of critical care services, planning and budgeting, administration support, staffing models, tele/smart ICU, protocols and guidelines, and disaster preparedness and management. Written by experts in the field, Critical Care Administration: A Comprehensive Clinical Guide is a practical, handy resource for critical care professionals involved in the administration and management of ICUs.
- Contents
- Critical Care Services: Scope of Practice -- Planning and Budgeting -- Setting the Goals -- Administration Support -- Quality Indicators: The Use of Metrics in Critical Care Medicine -- Internal Financial Audits in the ICU -- Models of Staffing -- Tele-ICU -- Digital Transformation: The Smart ICU -- Protocols, Policies, and Procedures: Tools for Quality Improvement in Critical Care -- ICU Design -- Disaster Preparedness and Management -- Critical Care Educational Modeling -- Humanizing Critical Care -- Billing and Coding -- Intensive Care Burnout -- Complementary Therapies -- Establishing a Research Program in the ICU -- Patient Safety in Intensive Care Medicine.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Cancer Regional Therapy : HAI, HIPEC, HILP, ILI, PIPAC and Beyond
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45119
Yuman Fong, T. Clark Gamblin, Ernest S. Han, Byrne Lee, Jonathan S. Zager, editors.
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, c2020.
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This book is a state-of-the-art overview of cancer regional therapy (CRT) for the surgeons and interventional radiologists active in CRT development and research. The goals of this book are 1) to review the theory and practice of cancer regional therapies including pharmacology, devices, techniques, and workflow, 2) illustrate the most common procedures performed in the interventional and operating rooms, and 3) discuss data supporting use of CRT. This is meant to be a definitive text on the th…
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- Other Authors
- Fong, Yuman
- Gamblin, T. Clark
- Han, Ernest S.
- Lee, Byrne
- Zager, Jonathan S.
- Responsibility
- Yuman Fong, T. Clark Gamblin, Ernest S. Han, Byrne Lee, Jonathan S. Zager, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxvi, 488 p.) : 86 illus., 64 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030288914
- 9783030288907 (Print ed.)
- 9783030288921 (Print ed.)
- 9783030288938 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Chemotherapy, Cancer, Regional Perfusion
- Neoplasm Invasiveness - prevention & control
- Neoplasm Metastasis
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Abstract
- This book is a state-of-the-art overview of cancer regional therapy (CRT) for the surgeons and interventional radiologists active in CRT development and research. The goals of this book are 1) to review the theory and practice of cancer regional therapies including pharmacology, devices, techniques, and workflow, 2) illustrate the most common procedures performed in the interventional and operating rooms, and 3) discuss data supporting use of CRT. This is meant to be a definitive text on the theory and practice of CRT. It begins with a summary of the history, technical principles that underlie regional therapy. The following parts discuss current data and practice in peritoneal, liver, limb, pleural and other sites. Included in the practice are considerations of workflow and financial issues revolving around CRT. Novel techniques and therapies under investigation are presented to inform the direction of the field. Cancer Regional Therapy summarizes the history, current technology, common procedures, and future prospects in this field and includes procedures from many surgical and interventional radiologic disciplines.
- Contents
- Part I. Background -- 1. The Basis of Regional Therapy, Pharmacology, Hyperthermia, and Drug Resistance -- 2. Novel Biological Therapies with Direct Application to the Peritoneal Cavity -- 3. Y-90 Radiomicrosphere Therapy: Principles and Clinical Use in Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastases -- 4. Principles of Percutaneous Ablation in the Liver -- 5. Regional Gene Therapy for Cancer -- Part II. Peritoneal Regional Therapy for Cancer -- 6. Historical Perspective for Regional Peritoneal Therapy: HIPEC, EPIC, and Port-Based Therapy -- 7. Rationale Behind HIPEC/Molecular and Genetic Considerations in HIPEC -- 8 .Data for HIPEC for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei/Tumors of the Appendix -- 9. Data for HIPEC in Colorectal Cancer (T4 Lesions and Metastases) -- 10. Role of Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) in the Treatment of Peritoneal Metastasis of Gastric Cancer -- 11. Regional Therapy for the Treatment of Ovarian Cancer: HIPEC and Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy -- 12. Mesothelioma and Miscellaneous Disease Processes -- Part III. Perioperative Considerations for HIPEC -- 13. Anesthetic Considerations for Regional Therapies -- 14. Postoperative Management of Patients Undergoing Cytoreductive Surgery and Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy -- 15. Complications of Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC -- 16. Liver Resection and HIPEC -- 17. Peritoneal Perfusion Techniques -- 18. Operative Pearls for Cytoreduction of the Difficult Abdomen and Pelvis -- 19. Novel Techniques and the Future of HIPEC (Immunotherapy, Viral Therapy) -- 20. Pressurized Intraperitoneal Aerosol Chemotherapy (PIPAC) -- Part IV. Liver Infusional and Perfusional Therapies -- 21. The History of Isolated Hepatic Perfusion for Liver Metastases and Current Indications for Use -- 22. Pump-Based Hepatic Arterial Infusional Therapy -- 23. Percutaneous Transcatheter Particle Therapies -- 24. Hepatic Perfusion: Surgical and Catheter -- 25. Percutaneous and Port Delivered Arterial Infusional Therapy for Liver Tumors -- 26. Regional Therapies in Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Cholangiocarcinoma -- 27. Regional Therapies for Hepatic Melanoma Metastases -- 28. Complications of Intra-Arterial Regional Liver Therapy -- Part V. Limb Infusional and Perfusional Therapies -- 29. Infusion Technique -- 30. Hyperthermic Isolated Limb Perfusion for Melanoma -- 31. Isolated Limb Perfusion and Infusion in the Management of In-Transit Melanoma of the Extremities: Modern Data Affecting Practice -- 32. Trial Data for Sarcoma -- Part VI. Other Regional Therapies -- 33. Regional Therapy of Bladder Tumors -- 34. Delivery of Antineoplastic Therapeutics to the Central Nervous System -- 35. Intralesional Therapies: Oncolytic Viral Therapies, Immunostimulants -- 36. Ongoing Clinical Trials and Rationale in Regional and Oligometastatic Disease -- 37. Radiation Therapy.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Advanced Practice Nursing Leadership : A Global Perspective
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45398
Susan B. Hassmiller, Joyce Pulcini, editors.
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, c2020.
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This book is distinctive in its focus on Advanced Practice Nursing leadership globally. It has a unique structure, first highlighting global APN leadership and then including case studies on leadership from various regions around the world. This beneficial and practical book has a specific emphasis on academic, clinical and policy leadership and is relevant for all readers. Finally, a section on leadership development focuses on coaching and mentoring, business acumen, collaboration and patient…
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- Other Authors
- Hassmiller, Susan B.
- Pulcini, Joyce
- Other Authors
- International Council of Nurses
- Responsibility
- Susan B. Hassmiller, Joyce Pulcini, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiv, 338 p.) : 17 illus., 13 illus. in color
- Series
- Advanced Practice in Nursing, under the auspices of the International Council of Nurses (ICN)
- Series Title
- Advanced practice in nursing
- ISBN
- 9783030205508
- 9783030205492 (Print ed.)
- 9783030205515 (Print ed.)
- 9783030205522 (Print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2511-3917
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Education, Nursing
- Leadership
- Nursing
- Specialty
- Nursing
- Education, Nursing
- Abstract
- This book is distinctive in its focus on Advanced Practice Nursing leadership globally. It has a unique structure, first highlighting global APN leadership and then including case studies on leadership from various regions around the world. This beneficial and practical book has a specific emphasis on academic, clinical and policy leadership and is relevant for all readers. Finally, a section on leadership development focuses on coaching and mentoring, business acumen, collaboration and patient advocacy provides an important contribution. Authors are distinguished APN leaders from around the world along with junior authors who are emerging leaders being mentored by these leaders. This book will appeal to APN clinicians, students and emerging leaders who want to bring important global lessons to their work. The book will become an indispensable part of the libraries of all APN leaders at all stages in their development worldwide.
- Contents
- Part I. Introduction -- 1. Leadership: What makes a great leader: What is leadership? -- Part II. Global APN Nursing Leadership -- 2. Perspectives from the ICN- on INPANP Network -- 3. Nursing NOW -- 4. Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action -- 5. Sigma’s contribution to global APN leadership -- Part III. Case studies in APN Leadership at the regional Level -- 6. Latin America and the Caribbean -- 7. Middle East -- 8. Africa -- 9. Asia -- 10. New Zealand -- 11. Canada -- 12. Europe/UK -- 13. US -- Part IV. Academic Leadership -- 14. Maintaining standards as the role is defined -- 15. Paving the way as Academic Leaders -- 16. Moving the APN concept forward through education and curricular leadership -- 17. Developing NP Education in Africa -- Part V. Clinical Leadership -- 18. Creating strong clinical networks -- 19. Clinical Leadership -- 20. Joy in Work/self care/resilience, clinician well being -- Part VI. Leadership Development -- 21. Building a legacy of leadership through coaching and mentorship -- 22. Collaborative Leadership by consensus building with stakeholders within and outside of nursing -- 23. Leadership using entrepreneurship, financial management and business acumen -- 24. Advocacy for nursing and for patient -- 25. NGOs and Global Leadership Development.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Renal Mass Biopsy : Indications, Risks, Technical Aspects and Future Trends
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45456
Raymond J. Leveillee, Merce Jorda, editors.
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Springer
, c2020.
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- Online
This text presents a comprehensive and state-of-the-art approach to renal mass biopsy, and reviews current techniques for obtaining samples, proper tissues processing, indications for biopsy, and treatment outcomes. Sections address preliminary issues faced by urologists, pathologists, interventional radiologists, oncologists, and nephrologists who may be initially reconsidering the role for RMB including clinical decision making, financial considerations, misconceptions, sampling errors, and u…
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- Other Authors
- Leveillee, Raymond J.
- Jorda, Merce
- Responsibility
- Raymond J. Leveillee, Merce Jorda, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 250 p.) : 4 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030360368
- 9783030360351 (Print ed.)
- 9783030360375 (Print ed.)
- 9783030360382 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Biopsy - methods
- Kidney - pathology
- Kidney Neoplasms - pathology
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Pathology
- Abstract
- This text presents a comprehensive and state-of-the-art approach to renal mass biopsy, and reviews current techniques for obtaining samples, proper tissues processing, indications for biopsy, and treatment outcomes. Sections address preliminary issues faced by urologists, pathologists, interventional radiologists, oncologists, and nephrologists who may be initially reconsidering the role for RMB including clinical decision making, financial considerations, misconceptions, sampling errors, and understanding limitations. Basic techniques and set-up, navigational tools, and tips and tricks to maximize sampling and avoid complications is also included. Sections also address patient selection, pre-biopsy considerations, technical aspects of the most common techniques and equipment, and image guidance systems. Pathological considerations include role of fine needle aspirations, touch preparation, core biopsies, immunohistochemistry, and classification schemata. The text concludes with chapters on future directions and improvements in diagnostic imaging, future developments in optical biopsies (confocal microscopy), and ancillary studies on renal masses. Written by experts in the field of urology and pathology, Renal Mass Biopsy is your go to resource for techniques and outcomes for the treatment of renal masses.
- Contents
- Evolving Role of Renal Mass Biopsy: Myths, Facts, and Misconceptions -- Can Renal Mass Biopsy Improve Outcomes? Impact on Clinical Decision Making -- Financial Considerations in the Management of Small Renal Masses -- Renal Mass Biopsy: An Evolution and Current Status -- Renal Mass Biopsy: Simple Techniques and Optimizing Navigational/Targeting Tools -- Office-Based Percutaneous Renal Biopsy -- Renal Core Biopsy from the Pathologist's Point of View -- Pathological Interpretation of Renal Mass Biopsies -- Effects of Thermal Ablation on Diagnostic Interpretation -- Is There a Role for Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy in Renal Mass Biopsy? -- Renal Mass Biopsy: Future Trends and Developments -- Ancillary Studies Applied to Renal Masses.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Models of Emergency Psychiatric Services That Work
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45462
Mary Jo Fitz-Gerald, Junji Takeshita, editors.
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, c2020.
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This book describes a spectrum of possible solutions to providing comprehensive emergency psychiatric care. It discusses in detail all components of emergency psychiatric care, such as triage, security, management of suicide risk, violent patients, interdisciplinary treatment teams, administration, and telepsychiatry. It has been written by and is of interest to psychiatrists, emergency medicine physicians, nurses, social workers, administrators, the police and security staff.
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- Other Authors
- Fitz-Gerald, Mary Jo
- Takeshita, Junji
- Other Authors
- World Psychiatric Association
- Responsibility
- Mary Jo Fitz-Gerald, Junji Takeshita, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (x, 276 p.)
- Series Title
- Integrating psychiatry and primary care
- ISBN
- 9783030508081
- 9783030508074 (Print ed.)
- 9783030508098 (Print ed.)
- 9783030508104 (Print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2522-5693
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Emergency Services, Psychiatric
- Mental Health Services - organization & administration
- Abstract
- This book describes a spectrum of possible solutions to providing comprehensive emergency psychiatric care. It discusses in detail all components of emergency psychiatric care, such as triage, security, management of suicide risk, violent patients, interdisciplinary treatment teams, administration, and telepsychiatry. It has been written by and is of interest to psychiatrists, emergency medicine physicians, nurses, social workers, administrators, the police and security staff.
- Contents
- Part I. Models of Emergency Psychiatry Care -- 1. Models of Emergency Psychiatric Care -- 2. Business as Usual: Emergency Rooms with No Psychiatric Coverage at All -- 3. Psychiatric Consultation to the Emergency Department and Co-Management Model -- 4. Adjacent Psychiatric Emergency Services to the Main Emergency Room -- 5. Crisis Stabilization Services -- 6. Crisis Intervention Team -- 7. Alternative Models of Emergency Psychiatric Care: Regional Emergency Psychiatric Facilities, Freestanding Emergency Departments, and Urgent Care Centers -- 8. Transition Clinic: Reducing Recidivism -- Part II. So What Do I need? -- 9. What Physical Facilities Are Needed: The Question of Medical Clearance in Emergency Psychiatric Settings -- 10. Administration in Emergency Psychiatry -- 11. Nursing Staff in Psychiatric Emergency Services -- 12. Safety and Security in Emergency Psychiatry -- 13. Supervision of Ancillary Personnel -- 14. Financial Considerations for Emergency Psychiatry Services -- 15. Telepsychiatry -- 16. Identifying and Understanding Legal Aspects of Emergency Psychiatry Unique to Different Jurisdictions -- 17. Special Populations in Psychiatric Emergency Services: Children and Adolescents -- 18. Special Populations in Psychiatric Emergency Services: The Geriatric Patient -- 19. Special Populations in Psychiatric Emergency Care: Forensic Patients -- Part III. Selected International Models of Psychiatric Emergency Care -- 20. International Models of Psychiatric Emergency Care: Canada -- 21. International Models of Psychiatric Emergency Care: United Kingdom -- 22. International Models of Emergency Psychiatric Care: The Republic of Serbia -- 23. International Models of Psychiatric Emergency Care: The State of Qatar -- 24. International Models of Emergency Psychiatric Care: Pakistan.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Urine Tests : A Case-Based Guide to Clinical Evaluation and Application
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45490
Victoria J.A. Sharp, Lisa M. Antes, M. Lee Sanders, Gina M. Lockwood, editors.
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Springer
, c2020.
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Urine tests are used by a variety of primary care providers and specialists in order to diagnose, monitor and treat patients with various medical conditions. This first-of-its-kind text is a comprehensive clinical guide to the evaluation and application of urine tests. Clinical cases are used to highlight important aspects of urine testing. Further evaluation and management are then discussed based on the results of the urine tests. Topics covered include financial considerations, regulations, …
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- Sharp, Victoria JA
- Antes, Lisa M.
- Sanders, M. Lee
- Lockwood, Gina M.
- Responsibility
- Victoria J.A. Sharp, Lisa M. Antes, M. Lee Sanders, Gina M. Lockwood, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxi, 389 p.) : 77 illus., 71 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030291389
- 9783030291372 (Print ed.)
- 9783030291396 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Urinalysis - methods
- Specialty
- Clinical Laboratory Techniques
- Urology
- Abstract
- Urine tests are used by a variety of primary care providers and specialists in order to diagnose, monitor and treat patients with various medical conditions. This first-of-its-kind text is a comprehensive clinical guide to the evaluation and application of urine tests. Clinical cases are used to highlight important aspects of urine testing. Further evaluation and management are then discussed based on the results of the urine tests. Topics covered include financial considerations, regulations, proper collection, testing methods, dipstick analysis, microscopy as well as cancer and drug screening tests, among others. Each chapter contains specific objectives for focus of study. Pertinent images, algorithms and board style review questions for important topics are also included. Written by nephrologists, urologists, other specialists and primary care physicians, Urine Tests uses a comprehensive approach to the clinical use of both common and uncommon urine testing. Primarily appealing to practicing primary care physicians, this book is also a useful resource for specialists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physician fellows, residents and medical students alike.
- Contents
- Urine: The Golden Elixir of Life -- Going with the Flow: Proper Urine Testing Methods for Clinical Practice -- The Money: Finances, Reimbursement, and Regulations of Urine Based Testing -- Urine Dipstick: Blood/Hemoglobin -- Proteinuria; Causes, Consequences and Diagnostic Approach -- Urine Dipstick: Leukocytes, Leukocyte Esterase, Nitrites -- Urinalysis: An Approach to Glucosuria, Ketonuria, pH, Specific Gravity, Bilirubin and Urobilinogen -- The Burning Truth: An Evaluation of White Blood Cells in the Urine -- Seeing Red: Understanding Blood in the Urine -- The Utility of Urinary Casts in Patient Care: Practical and Useful Tips for Busy Clinicians -- Microscopy: Bacteria, Yeast, Parasites -- Urinalysis Made “Crystal” Clear -- Urine Testing in Children: Little People, Big Challenges -- Urine Based Tests in the Diagnosis of Genitourinary Cancers -- Kidney Excretions: Urine Electrolyte Evaluation -- Other Common Uses for Urine Screening in Clinical Practice: Substance Use Disorders, Antipsychotic Adherence, Sexually Transmitted Infections -- Board Review Questions.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Cancer : The Enemy from Within : A Comprehensive Textbook of Cancer’s Causes, Complexities and Consequences
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45516
Carolyn Compton.
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Springer
, c2020.
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- Holdings
- Cape Breton Regional: 2005 - 2007.
- Location
- Online
This comprehensive, ground-breaking title presents, in simplifying style, the driving and organizing principles of cancer, making this multidimensional, highly complex disease easily understandable for readers. Developed out of the renowned author’s many years of teaching a widely popular, several-hundred-student college course, this 12-chapter book begins with an account of the history of cancer as a medical and public health problem, as well as the major milestones and setbacks in the ongoing…
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- Author
- Compton, Carolyn
- Responsibility
- Carolyn Compton
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Holdings
- Cape Breton Regional: 2005 - 2007.
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (x, 330 p.) : 157 illus., 149 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030406516
- 9783030406509 (Print ed.)
- 9783030406523 (Print ed.)
- 9783030406530 (Print ed.)
- ISSN
- 0008-543X
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Global Burden of Disease
- Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Neoplasms - epidemiology
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Palliative Care
- Risk Factors
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Abstract
- This comprehensive, ground-breaking title presents, in simplifying style, the driving and organizing principles of cancer, making this multidimensional, highly complex disease easily understandable for readers. Developed out of the renowned author’s many years of teaching a widely popular, several-hundred-student college course, this 12-chapter book begins with an account of the history of cancer as a medical and public health problem, as well as the major milestones and setbacks in the ongoing quest to understand the wide variety of cancers that continue to impact the world. Subsequent chapters then address pathogenesis, incidence and mortality statistics, risk factors, causal factors, screening challenges and victories, treatment strategies, and disease prevention approaches. This wealth of clinical information is further supplemented with socioeconomic discussions on the financial, social, ethical, technological, regulatory, political, and logistical challenges that limit progress in cancer research. A soon to be gold-standard text that thoroughly and expertly describes cancer as a composite, adaptive system, Cancer: The Enemy from Within equips and empowers all undergraduate students and graduate students to better understand this continually perplexing disease. Clinicians across all disciplines may also find this work of great interest.
- Contents
- 1. The Nature and Origins of Cancer -- 2. Cancer Initiation, Promotion and Progression and the Acquisition of Key Behavioral Traits -- 3. Understanding the Hallmark Characteristics of Cancer -- 4. A Short History of Cancer – How Did We Get Here? -- 5. Who Gets Cancer and Why? What Are the Consequences for Human Life and Longevity? How Can We Intervene? How Can We Track Progress? -- 6. Screening for Cancer: Find It Early; Treat It Early; Save Lives -- 7. Fundamentals of Cancer Diagnosis and Assessment -- 8. Local Therapy for Cancer -- 9. Systemic Therapy for Cancer -- 10. Palliative Care, Hospice, and End of Life -- 11. Development of New Cancer Therapies -- 12. Cancer and Society.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Burnout in Women Physicians : Prevention, Treatment, and Management
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45593
Cynthia M. Stonnington, Julia A Files, editors.
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, c2020.
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- Online
This book is the first to dissect the factors contributing to burnout that impact women physicians and seeks to appropriately address these issues. The book begins by establishing the differences in epidemiology between female physicians and their male counterparts, including rates of burnout, depression and suicide, chosen fields, caregiving responsibilities at home, career tradeoffs in dual physician marriages, patient satisfaction and outcomes, academic rank, leadership positions, salary, an…
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- Other Authors
- Stonnington, Cynthia M.
- Files, Julia A.
- Responsibility
- Cynthia M. Stonnington, Julia A Files, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxvi, 618 p.) : 11 illus., 8 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030444594
- 9783030444587 (Print ed.)
- 9783030444600 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Burnout, Professional - etiology
- Burnout, Professional - prevention & control
- Physicians, Women - psychology
- Sex Factors
- Specialty
- Mental Health
- Physicians
- Psychology
- Abstract
- This book is the first to dissect the factors contributing to burnout that impact women physicians and seeks to appropriately address these issues. The book begins by establishing the differences in epidemiology between female physicians and their male counterparts, including rates of burnout, depression and suicide, chosen fields, caregiving responsibilities at home, career tradeoffs in dual physician marriages, patient satisfaction and outcomes, academic rank, leadership positions, salary, and turnover. The second part of the book explores the drivers of physician burnout that disproportionately affect women, each chapter beginning with a case vignette. This section covers many issues that often go unrecognized including unconscious bias, sexual harassment, gender role conflicts, domestic responsibilities, depression, addiction, financial stress, and the impact related to reproductive health such as pregnancy and breastfeeding. The book concludes by focusing on strategies to prevent and/or mitigate burnout among individual women physicians across the career lifespan.This section also includes recommendations to change the culture of medicine and the systems that contribute to burnout. Burnout in Women Physicians is an excellent resource for physicians across all specialties who are concerned with physician wellness and burnout, including students, residents, fellows, and attending physicians.
- Contents
- Part I. How Do Women Physicians Differ from Their Male Counterparts? -- 1. Sex, Gender, and Medicine -- 2. Patient Satisfaction and Outcomes -- 3. Rates of Burnout, Depression, Suicide, and Substance Use Disorders -- 4. Domestic Responsibilities and Career Advancement -- Part II. Drivers of Burnout That Disproportionately Affect Women and Their Potential Solutions -- 5. Gender Stereotypes -- 6. Sexual Harassment -- 7. Work-Life Conflicts -- 8. Isolation, Lack of Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Role Models -- 9. Going It Alone: The Single, Unmarried, Unpartnered, Childless Woman Physician -- 10. Navigating a Traditionally Male-Dominated Specialty as a Woman -- 11. Mind the Gap: Career and Financial Success for Women in Medicine -- 12. Depression, Suicide, and Stigma -- 13. Addictions -- 14. Influence of Hormonal Fluctuations, Pregnancy, and the Postpartum Period on the Career of the Female Physician -- Part III. Empowering the Next Generation of Women Physicians -- 15. Synthesizing Solutions across the Lifespan: Early Career Solutions -- 16. Synthesizing Solutions Across the Lifespan: Mid-Career -- 17. Late Career Solutions. Transitional Zone – Retire or Retread -- 18. Changing the Culture and Managing Imposter Syndrome -- 19. Changing the System.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
