Pediatric deep brain stimulation: What’s the importance of shared decision making?
A closer look at shared decision-making about deep brain stimulation involving the patient, the parent, and the clinician.
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Should we create moral machines?
The development of artificial intelligence that can act autonomously has raised important questions about machine decision-making.
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Tipping the scale: How to make weight discussions more empathetic
On a beautiful Texas day, I settle in for a coaching appointment with my third patient of the day. As we discuss their success, obstacles
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Informed consent: Patient autonomy in medical decision making
A closer look at voluntary consent in medical decision making – what it is, its origin and how it differs across countries and cultures.
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‘Good Ethics and Bad Choices’: How does behavioral economics impact medical ethics?
Dr. Jennifer Blumenthal-Barby shares her perspective, creative process and some key takeaways from her new book “Good Ethics and Bad Choices.”
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Rethinking the brain and the path forward
A closer look at how the BRAIN Initiative is helping researchers understand the brain, develop innovative technologies and share data.
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Genetic surveillance: Is our most sensitive information secure?
Exploring why genetic surveillance is not science fiction, but rather a reality of the modern era.
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Communications and public health: An interview with Monisha Arya, M.D., M.P.H
Dr. Monisha Arya talks about her experience with a health campaign design contest and the overall importance of healthcare communications.
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How does private equity investment impact hospitals?
A closer look at private equity investment in the U.S. healthcare sector focusing on scope, access and spending, and unintended consequences.
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Ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic
A deeper dive into how the Houston AIDS Education and Training Center is building a community to treat and prevent HIV.
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