![]() |
|
April 4th, 2012
12:01 AM ET
5 medical tests you often don't needForty-five tests and procedures routinely performed on patients are often unnecessary, according to a report released Wednesday by nine physician groups, the Consumers Union, and the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation. “Many of the things that are routinely done are things that patients have come to expect and doctors have routinely ordered,” said Dr. Christine Cassel, president and CEO of the ABIM Foundation. “These are not things that should never be done, but they are things that are often overused.” It's more ammunition to ask your doctor whether your tests and treatments are necessary, especially given that patients request many of them. The groups looked at the scientific rational for performing each of the tests and procedures listed in the report. According to the doctors, here are five tests you often do not need: 1. A CT scan or MRI scan after fainting 2. An annual cardiac stress test 3. A chest x-ray before outpatient surgery “There’s good evidence that adding a chest x-ray before you have the surgery doesn’t pick up abnormalities that the doctor needs to know about before the operation,” Dr. Cassel said. 4. A back scan within the first six weeks of lower back pain 5. A repeat colorectal cancer screening The website ChoosingWisely.org lists all 45 tests and procedures featured in the report. It was developed by these doctors' groups along with Consumer Reports and the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation to help doctors control the cost of U.S. health care. “This is about getting rid of the fat in the system," said Cassel. "Getting rid of waste." |
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() About this blog
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the latest stories from CNN Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Senior Medical Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen and the CNN Medical Unit producers. They'll share news and views on health and medical trends - info that will help you take better care of yourself and the people you love. |
|
Thanks a lot for sharing this with all of us you really know what you're talking about! Bookmarked. Kindly also visit my website =). We could have a link exchange agreement between us!
http://www.zortilonrel.com/
Some really wonderful articles on this website, thanks for contribution. "A man with a new idea is a crank - until the idea succeeds." by Mark Twain.
https://europa-road.eu/hu/traktor-szallitas.php
Outstanding post, you have pointed out some superb points, I as well think this s a very excellent website.
http://www.zortilonrel.com/
Great post. I really enjoyed reading this. I'll make sure to share with my friends.
https://howtodiscuss.com/t/spanish-interpreter/37015
4lnnb wcp0l sj6i
https://www.electricpercolatorcoffeepot.com/10-top-coffee-bloggers/
I really like your writing style, excellent info , regards for putting up : D.
https://www.electricpercolatorcoffeepot.com/10-top-coffee-bloggers/
https://www.electricpercolatorcoffeepot.com/10-top-coffee-bloggers/
Somebody essentially help to make seriously posts I would state. This is the very first time I frequented your website page and thus far? I amazed with the research you made to create this particular publish incredible. Excellent job!
https://Dreamproxies.com/buy-proxies/200-private-proxies
Hey would you mind letting me know which web host you're using? I've loaded your blog in 3 completely different browsers and I must say this blog loads a lot faster then most. Can you recommend a good hosting provider at a honest price? Cheers, I appreciate it!
https://extraproxies.com/tag/travelers/
Greetings from California! I'm bored to tears at work so
I decided to browse your website on my iphone during lunch break.
I enjoy the knowledge you present here and can't wait to take a look
when I get home. I'm amazed at how fast your blog loaded
on my mobile .. I'm not even using WIFI, just 3G ..
Anyhow, very good blog!
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is essentially a video game where you can do anything you want. sl is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you would like to see more you can see these sl websites and blogs
http://myvedana.blogspot.com/2003/12/red-stuff-ive-been-looking-into-what.html?m=0
This was great! I would like you to clean up all this spam though
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yusuf-hanafy-82493b183
You are my intake, I own few web logs and infrequently run out from to brand.
http://www.stornobrzinol.com/
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is basically a online game where you can do anything you want. SL is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you want to see more you can see these Second Life articles and blogs
http://thisteachinglife.blogspot.com/2005/11/prove-literacy-teachers-told.html
I don't know about you people but I infatuated with airplanes. I had a friend in highschool that loved airplanes, so here are some airplane related stuff I don't know about you guys but I love airplanes. I had a friend in highschool that loved airplanes, so here are some airplane related stuff https://www.airlinereporter.com/2009/05/bags-can-be-checked-overhead-bin-under-your-seat-and-in-a-engine/
http://www.pseconline.org/pipermail/reps_pseconline.org/2013-October/000980.html
I don't know about you all but I love airplanes. I had a friend in highschool that loved airplanes, so here are some airplane related stuff I don't know about you guys but I love airplanes. I had a friend in highschool that loved airplanes, so here are some airplane related stuff https://www.airlinereporter.com/2010/12/un-sick-united-airlines-employees-could-win-a-new-car/
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Be-a-Part-of-Giving-Tuesday-by-Supporting-the-Future-of-Flight-Foundation-.html?soid=1111846961938&aid=zrXG1JFUdEw
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is basically a video game where you can do anything you want. sl is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you would like to see more you can see these Second Life articles and blogs
http://everydayliteracies.blogspot.com/2018/01/new-book-in-our-series-congrats-again.html?showComment=1552848155688
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is essentially a online game where you can do anything you want. sl is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you want to see more you can see these second life authors and blogs
http://lostbiro.com/blog/?paged=89
I don't know about you all but I am obsessed with airplanes. I had a friend in highschool that loves airplanes, so here are some airplane related stuff I don't know about you guys but I love airplanes. I had a friend in highschool that loved airplanes, so here are some airplane related stuff https://www.airlinereporter.com/2011/05/get-your-own-passport-at-paine-field-aviation-attractions/
http://www.pseconline.org/pipermail/reps_pseconline.org/2012-November/000869.html
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is essentially a video game where you can do anything you want. SL is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you want to see more you can see these Second Life authors and blogs
http://everydayliteracies.blogspot.com/2007/07/inflight-power-as-inveterate-coach.html?showComment=1186119540000
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is essentially a video game where you can do anything you want. sl is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you want to see more you can see these Second Life websites and blogs
http://everydayliteracies.blogspot.com/2005/10/guilty-of-loitering-okok.html?showComment=1493210817398
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is essentially a video game where you can do anything you want. sl is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you would like to see more you can see these second life articles and blogs
http://adolit.blogspot.com/2007/10/dont-be-multislacking-bluetool.html
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is basically a game where you can do anything you want. Second life is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you want to see more you can see these second life authors and blogs
http://myvedana.blogspot.com/2006/11/re-ordering.html?showComment=1163429640000&m=0
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is essentially a video game where you can do anything you want. SL is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you would like to see more you can see these second life authors and blogs
http://everydayliteracies.blogspot.com/2009/01/coatepec-veracruz-magical-town-pueblo.html
This was awesome! I would like you to clean up all this spam though
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yusufhanafy
This was awesome! I would like you to clean up all this spam though
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yusufhanafy
Trực Tiếp Bóng Đá Hôm Nay, Liên Kết Xem Trực Tuyến đoạn Phim Trường Hợpbao bong daTrên băng ghế huấn luyện, Lebanon đã bổ nhiệm Ramiro Lopez cơ hội đây 3 tuần. Nhà cầm quân người Tây Ban Nha công ty yếu đuối làm việc tại Ý và từng có thời hạn làm việc tại Kuwait.|Và NHM bóng đá Việt Nam đang được chờ Minh Trí cùng đồng đội hóa giải đối thủ để tạo lợi thế cho trận lượt về tại đây hai ngày. Chelsea đã cần trải qua 8 phút bù giờ không thở được bảo vệ thành công.
https://chiefscreolecafe.com/detail/bao-bong-da-24hcm-130168.html
Have you ever heard of second life (sl for short). It is essentially a online game where you can do anything you want. SL is literally my second life (pun intended lol). If you want to see more you can see these second life websites and blogs
http://beyondnewhorizons.com/tag/participation/
Xem Thẳng Viettel Vs Tỉnh Bình Dương Tại V League 2021 Ở Kênh Nào? csviet.inforĐội tuyển nước ta chỉ muốn một kết quả hòa có bàn thắng để lần loại hai góp mặt tại World Cup futsal. Nhưng, để thực hiện được điều này
https://sshuebner.org/