Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP

How old is too old for statins?

When to start, continue, or stop statins in those ages ≥ 75 years has been a quandary. Here’s what 2 studies have to say.

Author:: Ben Arthur, MD, FAAFP; Ashley Smith, MD; Nick Bennett, DO, FAAFP; David Bury, DO, FAAFP; Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP

NPH insulin holds its own against basal insulin analogs—and it’s cheaper.

Author:: Ashley Smith, MD; Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP; Nick Bennett, DO; Benjamin Arthur, MD; Michael Dickman, DO

A recent study says that in certain populations, supplemental oxygen above certain levels can increase mortality.

Author:: Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP; Nick Bennett, DO; Ashley Smith, MD; Robert Oh, MD, MPH, FAAFP; Jeffrey Burket, MD, MBA, FAAFP

A systematic review and meta-analysis say “Yes”—but the dosages used may not be what you’d expect.

Author:: Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP; Nick Bennett, DO; Ashley Smith, MD; Robert Oh, MD, MPH, FAAFP; Jeffrey Burket, MD, MBA, FAAFP

A systematic review and meta-analysis says Yes, but the dosages used may not be what you’d expect.

Author:: Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP; Shailendra Prasad, MBBS, MPH; Mary Alice Noel, MD; Jeffrey Burket, MD, FAAFP; Michael Arnold, DO, FAAFP; Benjamin Arthur, MD; Nick Bennett, DO; Ashley Smith, MD

Don’t jump to antibiotics for mild, uncomplicated diverticulitis, a recent clinical trial says. Observation may be just as effective.

Author:: Bob Marshall, MD, MPH, MISM, FAAFP; Shailendra Prasad, MBBS, MPH; Mary Alice Noel, MD; Jeffrey Burket, MD, FAAFP; Michael Arnold, DO, FAAFP; Benjamin Arthur, MD; Nick Bennett, DO; Ashley Smith, MD

Don't jump to antibiotic Tx for mild, uncomplicated diverticulitis, a recent RCT says. Observation may be just as effective.