2016 Article Archives

The Materiality Standard in False Claims Actions

Sep 09, 2016 at 02:19 pm by steve

The Supreme Court decided Universal Health Services v. U.S. ex rel. Escobar on June 16, 2016 in which it ruled the implied false certification theory, previously recognized in.... Read More
2016 Article Archives

Ergonomic Healthcare Chair Offers Optimal Comfort

Sep 09, 2016 at 02:19 pm by steve

An idea for a more comfortable and functional healthcare chair has become reality for Angela Howard, RN, CLCP, co-owner and president of OptimComfort™. The ergonomic chair pro.... Read More
Feature Profiles

Kitchens Perfects Crawfish Seasoning With Surgical Precision

Sep 09, 2016 at 02:19 pm by steve

For Jerry Kitchens, MD, "like" is much too mild a word for his feelings about crawfish. During the crawfish months -- roughly March through June -- the retired surgeon feasts.... Read More
2016 Article Archives

Hearts At Home

Sep 09, 2016 at 02:19 pm by steve

Learning your newborn has only one ventricle is frightening enough. Knowing that young life will be in your hands alone at home for months while awaiting a second, then a thir.... Read More
2016 Article Archives

30 Years of Saving Young Lives

Sep 09, 2016 at 02:19 pm by steve

In the critical hour after a life-threatening injury, trauma centers can make a life and death difference in helping patients survive. From the early days when emergency depar.... Read More