NGHS Continuing Medical Education

NGHS Continuing Medical Education We are committed to providing quality medical education to physicians.

06/04/2026

Advances in percutaneous thrombectomy are transforming care for intermediate‑ and high‑risk pulmonary embolism—reducing blood loss, shortening procedure times, and offering safer, faster, and more effective treatment for patients facing life‑threatening clot burdens.

06/02/2026

Empowering patients starts with clear communication. Our updated bathroom signage and OB office visuals make specimen collection easier and more accessible for every patient — especially those whose first language isn’t English.

Thanks to our team’s dedication, education now goes beyond posted instructions. Staff are providing verbal guidance, caregivers can take home step‑by‑step instructions, and we’re exploring QR‑code–based visual guides to make the process even smoother.

Small changes, big impact on patient confidence and care

05/28/2026

When an older adult becomes lethargic, stops eating, or seems confused, it’s easy to assume “UTI.” But in geriatrics, those symptoms can point to many conditions—pneumonia, dehydration, or something entirely different.
Thoughtful assessment matters. Educating families matters. And looking beyond the obvious can make all the difference.

05/27/2026

We’re not quite ready to fully rely on AI tools—especially EKG-based diagnostics—without stronger validation.

There’s still a lot of work to be done. One major gap is transparency and accessibility. Open-source models would allow clinical teams to test performance in their own environments, under real-world conditions—not just rely on published metrics.

AI is only as good as the data it’s trained on. If bias exists in the dataset, the model will learn and replicate it. That’s why building diverse, representative datasets is critical from the start.
Equally important is validating these models across different facilities and populations. Only then can we identify blind spots, improve reliability, and ensure these tools truly generalize in healthcare settings.
AI has promise—but rigor, testing, and inclusivity must come first.

05/21/2026

Did you know nearly 70% of Strep pneumoniae in our community may be resistant to azithromycin? In this Infectious Disease podcast reel, we discuss why choosing the right antibiotic matters—especially for common conditions like sinusitis.

🔍 Key reminders:
✅ Azithromycin is often not the best first-line choice for sinusitis
✅ Overuse of antibiotics fuels resistance
✅ Some antibiotics, like quinolones, carry significant side effects
✅ Patient education in waiting and exam rooms can help reduce unnecessary antibiotic use

Better prescribing today helps preserve effective treatments for tomorrow.

05/19/2026

In Infectious Disease Grand Rounds, we discussed how clinicians make informed empiric antibiotic decisions by combining:
✅ A patient’s clinical presentation
✅ Prior infections & antibiotic exposure
✅ Early microbiology lab data
✅ Emerging resistance patterns in the hospital setting

Tracking resistant organisms and recognizing trends early helps improve treatment success and supports stronger antibiotic stewardship.

05/15/2026

🚨 High-pressure moments in surgery demand more than skill—they require teamwork, prioritization, and knowing when to ask for help.

In this Surgery Grand Rounds clip, we reflect on the realities of being on call, managing competing responsibilities, and navigating critical situations when things start to go off the rails.

🔍 Key reminders:
✅ Prioritize what matters most in the moment
✅ Escalate concerns early and call for backup
✅ Stay grounded under pressure
✅ Great patient care is never a solo effort

Sometimes the strongest thing a surgeon can do is pause, reassess, and lean on the team around them.

05/14/2026

🧪 Not Every Urinary Symptom Means a UTI

In our latest Infectious Disease podcast reel, we discuss why proper evaluation and urine collection matter before prescribing antibiotics.

🔍 Key reminders:
✅ A single symptom like urinary frequency doesn’t always mean a UTI
✅ Urinalysis and cultures help identify the right bacteria
✅ Proper clean-catch technique is critical for accurate results
✅ Patient education helps reduce unnecessary antibiotic use

Small steps in collection and diagnosis can make a big difference in antibiotic stewardship.

05/07/2026

Did you know that urine sample quality can make or break a diagnosis?

In emergency settings, many urine samples are collected—but not all are collected correctly. Even with proper education and technique, contamination rates for clean-catch samples—especially in women—can exceed 50%.

That means half of the results could be misleading.
The takeaway?

Better collection = better cultures
Better cultures = better care

It’s not just about testing—it’s about how we start the process.

Watch the full podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpLndmo2amY&t=527s

05/05/2026

The numbers don’t lie—and they should make us pause.
In one health system’s latest data:

- 95–100% of sinusitis patients are leaving with antibiotics
- National average? Around 79%
- Many prescriptions skip first-line therapy entirely

That means patients are often getting stronger, unnecessary antibiotics—increasing risks like C. diff and other complications.

Overprescribing isn’t just a statistic—it’s a patient safety issue.

The solution? Smarter antibiotic stewardship, better adherence to guidelines, and using data to drive change.

Are we treating patients… or just prescribing out of habit?

Watch the full podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-laXrCQsxA&t=208s

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