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A Lazarus

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Factitious disorder in a manic patient: case report and treatment considerations.

A case of factitious disorder with physical symptoms is described in a patient with manic-depressive illness. The coexistence of factitious disorder and bipolar disorder has not been previously reported. Clinicians should search for an underlying affective disorder in patients who fabricate signs and symptoms of physical illness, since mania may simulate or contribute to the production of factitious behavior.

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A business plan for starting a behavioral group practice.

The era of the solo behavioral healthcare practitioner is ending, as market forces spur the formation and the merging of group practices. But what are the financial realities of forming a behavioral group practice? In this article the author reviews the likely market entry strategy, organizational structure, expense line items and cash flow projections involved in the formation of a hypothetical, four-member behavioral group practice corporation.

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Why an MBA?

As physicians move into medical management, leaving clinical practice behind to play a major role in managing physician performance and clinical processes, they are having to deal in the business world. Physician executives are donning the pinstripe suit instead of the white coat, and adding a business acumen to their clinical skills. Many have opted to pursue executive MBA programs to learn the business competencies they need to manage health care organizations. This article summarizes the educational opportunities available in executive MBA programs and discusses the value of business training for aspiring physician executives.

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Medical director musical chairs. A reaffirmation of my career in medical management.

Losing your job can be a traumatic event. But you can minimize the shock by taking some action steps to find another job quickly--in many cases, even a better job. Consider some advice from a seasoned physician executive who has successfully negotiated the corporate maze found in many health care organizations today.

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[Coronary embolism revealing mitral valve stenosis].

We report a case of myocardial infarction with normal coronary arteriography in a 39-year-old woman presenting with tight mitral stenosis complicated by atrial extrasystoles and spontaneous atrial contrast at echocardiography. The diagnosis of coronary embolism was most probable. Coronary embolism is a rare disease, usually due to a blood clot or, less frequently, to a vegetation of endocarditis starting in a heart valve. The left network is usually involved, with typical myocardial necrosis. Coronary arteriography is sufficient to make the diagnosis. Preventive treatment is essential.

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