On a Mission: The Starfish Effect
When resources are scare is it better to deliver basic health care to many people or a higher level of care to a select few?
Written by: Alison Hayward
Published on: January 24, 2013
Healthcare News and Policy
Learn about different topics in healthcare policy and how current and future healthcare professionals can work in and shape our healthcare system.
Why Disaster Victims Donāt Need Your Blankets or Your Band-Aids
November 21, 2012 By Alison Hayward In the wake of Hurricane Sandy earlier this month, ... Read more
Written by: Alison Hayward
Published on: November 21, 2012
Medical Missions: There is no HIPAA in Haiti
October 24, 2012 By Alison Hayward The next time youāre sitting through a PowerPoint lecture ... Read more
Written by: Alison Hayward
Published on: October 24, 2012
Medical Missions: What makes us think weāre qualified?
As part of an ongoing series, Dr. Alison Hayward discusses issues pertaining to global health and medical missions abroad.
Written by: Alison Hayward
Published on: July 11, 2012
Accountable Care Organizations and Primary Care
Everyone seems to be talking about Accountable Care OrganizationsĀ (ACOs). From New York to Los Angeles, the new ... Read more
Written by: Rick Pescatore
Published on: February 24, 2012
Pirating Test Prep Material Doesn’t Pay
In the 21st century, piracy is more common in cyberspace than on the high seas. What are the risks and consequences of using or selling counterfeit test prep materials? An SDN Report.
Written by: Helena Bachmann
Published on: July 14, 2010
Opportunities in the Indian Health Service
A detailed discussion of the volunteer, employment and scholarship opportunities available through the Indian Health Service.
Written by: William H. Burnett
Published on: August 30, 2009
Natural Disasters: Staying Safe When In Harm’s Way
āThis could be just as devastating if not more devastating than Katrina …ā WDSU News ... Read more
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: September 2, 2008
Health Care Policy and The Student Doctor: Gary LeRoy, MD
An SDN interview with family medicine leader, Gary LeRoy, MD. SDN: Gary, your resume is ... Read more
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: May 7, 2008