Dr Sonya Ephraim: A Day in the Life of a Urogynecologist #shorts

What Is a Urogynecologist? Urogynecology a specialized field of gynecology and obstetrics that deals with female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. Urogynecologists are doctors who diagnose and treat pelvic floor conditions such as weak bladder or pelvic organ prolapse (your organs drop because the muscles are weak). The pelvic floor is the area of the…

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Fentanyl Test Strips Are Saving Lives, but They’re Just the Start #shorts

In December, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott did an about-face on an issue that has been a flash point in the debate over decriminalization of drug paraphernalia: the use of test strips that can detect fentanyl, the synthetic opioid. Abbott had previously opposed legislation legalizing the test strips, but he cited a stunning 89% increase in…

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Medical Administrative Assistant Role at Mayo Clinic

Medical Administrative Assistants work one on one with providers and other support staff to put the needs of the patients first. They help support providers by assisting with administrative tasks such as trip and travel planning, meeting organization, and other projects as well as patient related tasks such as communication between patients and the care…

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Desk Operations Specialist Role at Mayo Clinic

Desk Operations Specialists work directly with physicians and other healthcare professionals to anticipate and respond to patient needs and the requests of the health care team. They work hands on with patients by checking them in for appointments, preparing them for exam visits, and scheduling follow ups, along with many other skills with on the…

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Administrative Assistant Role at Mayo Clinic

Administrative Assistants collaborate with a variety of Mayo Clinic leaders such as providers, administrators, scientists, and many other members of the team. Their work consists of a variety of tasks such as meeting arrangements, travel planning, research support, and project assistance. Innovation, organization, and communication skills are vital to the success of Mayo Clinic’s Administrative Assistants.…

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Patient Appointment Services Specialist Role at Mayo Clinic

Patient Appointment Services Specialists are often the first point of contact for patients calling in to Mayo Clinic. They use tools in the electronic medical record that help them collect patient specific information to accurately determine appointment area and schedule tests and consults. Patient Appointment Services Specialists also help support physicians and other healthcare providers…

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