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June 02, 2008

Who's Blogging

Blogging is a relatively new aspect to the internet. Many physicians are just now becoming comfortable with searching the internet for information. However, fewer are using the internet for publishing purposes. Here is a list of sample blogs which are maintained by physicians....


Doctor David's Blog
Plain Brown Wrapper
Doctor Hosain
Kevin M.D.

Blogging allows ongoing communication with one's audience in contrast to static web pages which are, just that, static. Blogging also allows physicians to add a personal flavor to their publications.

June 01, 2008

SNAPS Case Presenation Technique

The PracticalProf website from the Alberta Rural Physician Action Plan has a great page about the SNAPS technique for case presentation. Thanks to Deirdre Bonnycastle for the idea from her Medical Education Blog.


In short the SNAPS technique serves as a framework for presenting a case, including differential diagnosis and formulating a plan.