Counterfeit drugs harder to spot than many physicians believe

For clinicians, battling the growing problem of drug counterfeiting requires wariness and common sense, says a Food and Drug Administration expert who spoke at Cosmetic Boot Camp. » More

Supplement use common in cosmetic surgery patients

Older female patients undergoing facial cosmetic surgery commonly use herbal supplements, making them increasingly susceptible to bleeding, according to a recent study. » More

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VCS2013: Advancing the art, business of aesthetics

Leaders in aesthetic medicine gathered recently in Las Vegas to share their pearls of wisdom on cosmetic treatments and best business practices to meet the changing needs of a dynamic patient market. Get the details of the valuable insight they exchanged. » More

The next CME-certified Business of Medicine Summit is being held October 12-13, 2013 in Philadelphia. Topics such as Practice Efficiencies, Meaningful Use 2-3, PQRS Reporting Requirements, Physician Compensation Models, Stark, ICD-10 Strategies and other topics focused on supporting today's and tomorrow's physicians and medical practices will be covered. With deadlines looming, are you prepared? Click here to take advantage of the Early Bird Discount

Valeant, Mentor launch physician loyalty program

Valeant Pharmaceuticals and Mentor Worldwide have collaborated to create a joint physician loyalty program called the M2VP Program (Medicis-Mentor Valued Partner Program). » More

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