THE OUTLOOK IS BRIGHT FOR OPTOMETRISTS Posted on Sep 27

By Sterling Medical Staff

The future looks bright for those in the practice of optometry, and perhaps even more so for those studying to become optometrists.  According to top sources, optometry as a profession is growing much faster than most fields on the job market, even amongst the other steadily growing groups in the medical field. Read more

Demand for Physical Therapists Remains High Despite Threatened Medicare Cuts Posted on Sep 5

By Sterling Medical Staff

Demand for Physical Therapists remains high across the US, despite calls in Congress for drastic cuts to Medicare.  Graduates from accredited Physical Therapy degree programs have their pick of locations whether applying for their first job, or changing positions. Read more

Technology Makes the Pediatrician’s Job More Efficient and Manageable Posted on Sep 5

By Sterling Medical Staff

The time demands and number of pediatrician positions that are open create a need for more efficient clinical tools to make the best use of their time.  Among several promising paths to efficiency is a program called Clinical Answers.  Read more

Study Indicates Nurse Practitioners Doing Job Approximately Equal to Physicians in Many Cases Posted on Sep 5

By Sterling Medical Staff

A report called the “Quality of Nurse Practitioner Practice” (2010) calls Nurse Practitioner care “at least equivalent to physician care” (2).  The report summarizes research studies which compare nurse practitioners to medical doctors. The report is published by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Read more

Family Practice Physicians Shortage Looms in US Posted on Sep 5

By Sterling Medical Staff

The high availability of Family Practice positions is an indication of the looming shortage in the US.  The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) estimates the 139,531 family practice physicians will be needed by 2020 (7). The AAFP’s projection was based on the number of Family Practice Physicians in the workforce and the total number of completed residencies in “allopathic and osteopathic schools” (1). Read more

Psychiatrists Needed in Midwest Posted on Sep 5

By Sterling Medical Staff

As of 2009, there are over 40,000 active Psychiatrists and over 400,000 clinically trained mental health professionals.  With the lack of Psychiatrists, especially in the Midwest, the population is looking to Counselors, Psychologists, and other mental health professionals to fulfill their psychiatric needs.3 Read more

Preparation is the Key for Internal Medicine Physician Interviews Posted on Sep 5

By Sterling Medical Staff

Years of education, medical school, and medical residency do not necessarily prepare internal medical physicians for an interview for a highly desired job.  Getting rest, presenting a professional appearance, and organized preparation will assist the successful internal medicine physician, to obtain the job that he or she wants.  That preparation includes researching the targeted practice, anticipating possible interview questions and preparing well thought out answers. Read more