Clinical guides

Equity in who gets offered advanced testing

Access is a clinical quality metric. Check bias in who receives timely panels, imaging, and follow-up.

Safety-netting after outpatient diagnostics

Tell patients what would make you worried overnight. Clear return precautions close the loop on deferred workups.

Thyroid testing without the cascade

Start with TSH in many primary scenarios, then escalate. How to avoid antibody-and-ultrasound sprawl.

Interpreting mildly elevated liver enzymes

A calm approach to ALT and AST bumps: history, meds, alcohol, metabolic risk, and timed rechecks.

Imaging appropriateness in primary workflows

The right scan at the right time beats the fastest scan. Use clinical questions to avoid low-yield radiation and delay.

Antibiotic stewardship starts with the specimen

Cultures after antibiotics, contaminated samples, and vague indications undermine stewardship. Order with intention.