In this month’s column, we review apps designed to assist with patient examinations. First, we review a comprehensive physical examination tool that describes, demonstrates and provides statistics for ...

The Smartphone Physical project, which uses a set of devices that connect to an iPhone, allows doctors and patients to conduct a comprehensive physical examination. The devices can collect both ...

Dear Doctors: I am baffled that what used to be a thorough and comprehensive physical exam is now just a few questions, taking some vital signs and a few blood tests. No checking your eyes, throat, ...

Remarkably, traditional Medicare only pays for one comprehensive physical examination that must be done within six months of becoming Medicare eligible. From then on, there must be a clear medical ...

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to TytoCare Inc's digital stethoscope, which is intended for use by consumers and will provide the "missing link that will help ...

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