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5 great smartphones under Rs 20,000

The holiday sale season is only a couple weeks away, and now is the best time to decide which phone to buy when discounts come knocking. We know everybody expects different things from their phones, so not all of the phones might be ‘best’ for everyone. You might need one as an upgrade or replacement, …

How to keep your medical practice staff motivated

A happy and motivated staff is key for any successful medical practice. Similar to multinational corporations that give deliberate importance to human resources, ensuring staff welfare & job satisfaction has now become a norm even in the medical industry. Motivation in the right direction helps you get better output from your staff which and forms the cornerstone to your practice and …

The Triclosan controversy: An overview for doctors

Triclosan is a chlorinated organic compound known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties, and is used widely in consumer products such as soaps, detergents and toothpastes. Interestingly, it is approved and registered by the U.S Environmental and Protection Agency as a pesticide. Of late, its widespread use in consumer products has caused serious health concerns …

Ebola update: The latest on the lethal bug

Ebola derives its name from the Ebola river situated near Yambuku in the Democratic Republic of Congo where the first documented Ebola cases were reported back in 1976 along with Sudan and Nzara. As of 2014, the resurgence of Ebola has caused widespread fatalities in the sub-Saharan continent with Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea being …

5 things your medical clinic staff must be trained in

Your clinical staff is there to work for you and provide the best care and experience possible to your patients, and doing this effectively requires their expertise to be of par. Here are five simple yet critical things you should ensure your clinical staff is trained in: 1. Cross Train As Many Staff As Possible Your …

What are ICD-10 codes and why are they important for doctors?

The International Classification of Disease (ICD) is a standard diagnostic tool created by the World Health Organization (WHO), for monitoring the incidence and prevalence of diseases and related conditions. The ICD has diverse clinical applications, and is used not just by doctors but also by paramedic staff, insurance companies, researchers and policy makers. ICD is …

The doctor-patient relationship: How doctors can build trust

Trust takes years to build, seconds to break and forever to repair – Anonymous Trust has always been a cornerstone for effective doctor–patient relationships, as it correlates a patient’s vulnerability with the competence and intentions of the doctor. Building trust takes time and effort, but as a doctor, a strong rapport with patients will improve …