James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

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A Simple Way to Reduce Catheter-associated UTIs

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: November 17, 2014

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A simple way to reduce catheter-associated UTIs

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: May 1, 2014

The administration of a prophylactic antibiotic when a surgical patient’s urinary catheter is removed can cut the rate of urinary tract infections ...

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It’s Time to Use an Age-based Approach to D-dimer

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: March 28, 2014

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It’s time to use an age-based approach to D-dimer

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: March 1, 2014

An age-adjusted D-dimer cutoff—rather than the conventional 500 mcg/L value—is a better way to rule out VTE in patients over 50.

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Ramipril for claudication?

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: September 25, 2013

This ACE inhibitor can help patients with peripheral artery disease walk longer while remaining pain free.

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Trauma care—don’t delay with TXA

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: May 1, 2013

Tranexamic acid can significantly reduce the risk of death due to bleeding if it is administered early on in trauma treatment.

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DEXA screening—are we doing too much?

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: January 1, 2013

For many postmenopausal women, screening for osteoporosis can be done much less frequently.

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An alternative to warfarin for patients with PE

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: December 1, 2012

Rivaroxaban appears to be as safe and effective as warfarin, without the need for lab monitoring.

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DEXA screening—are we doing too much?

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: September 1, 2012

For many postmenopausal women, screening for osteoporosis can be done much less frequently.

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Pulse oximetry for newborns: Should it be routine?

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: May 1, 2012

All newborns should be screened with pulse oximetry prior to discharge; it increases detection of congenital heart defects.

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Counseling is a must with this smoking cessation aid

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: March 1, 2012

For many smokers, the benefits of quitting will outweigh the risks associated with varenicline.

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Offer this contraceptive to breastfeeding new moms

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: December 1, 2011

Early insertion of the etonogestrel implant does not affect lactogenesis, and fosters contraceptive compliance.

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Ear wax removal: Help patients help themselves

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: November 1, 2011

Do-it-yourself ear wax removal is safe and simple—and a timesaver for patients as well as physicians.

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Arthritis pain? These supplements provide little relief

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: October 1, 2011

Taken alone or together, these 2 supplements don’t relieve the pain of hip or knee osteoarthritis.

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Screen teens for depression—it’s quicker than you think

Author:: James J. Stevermer, MD, MSPH

Publish date: November 1, 2010

A 2-question tool can achieve reasonably accurate results, and takes minimal time or training.