A seismic shift is occurring in how physicians calculate the value of cancer care
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The impact, cause, and potential solutions examined
Physicians weigh in on pros, cons of business model and whether it’s valid for otolaryngology
Otolaryngologists should keep in mind the risk of adverse events during in-office treatments that may catch the surgeon and support staff off guard
Technology combining MRI, computed tomography scans in the operating room give physicians better look at patient anatomy, procedure results
Greater number of sleep medicine programs available give otolaryngologists more choice, opportunity to earn certification in specialized skill set
Otolaryngologists certified in sleep medicine, sleep surgery in position to offer both CPAP, surgical treatment to patients
Steep start-up costs, time-consuming marketing efforts should be considered before adding procedure to your practice