Juhi Pandey provides clinicians with tips on how to talk with parents who are concerned that their child might have autism.

Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy highlights one of the week's important news stories for primary care.

How predatory publishing can make you doubt the facts (and your sanity), and a potentially revolutionary solution.

Dr Paul Auwaerter addresses some misunderstandings about the management of Clostridium difficile infection that he discovered during his time on a consultation service.

Dr Lieberman offers perspective on the healthcare landscape in America, repeal of the Affordable Care Act, and fiscal implications associated with clinical research and NIH funding.

The Veterans Health Administration is the largest integrated healthcare system in the US with a common EHR. Dr Harrington learns the advantages for cardiology practice and research.

Dr Peter Yellowlees talks about parent-mediated social communication therapy for young children with autism.

Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy highlights some of this week's most important medical news: PPIs and CKD, pain as the fifth vital sign, and depression screening in adults.

Dr Andrew Kaunitz describes results of a recent population-based study that supports the 'critical window' hypothesis of hormone therapy after menopause.

Will random drug testing protect patients, or is an intrusion on physicians with no drug problems? Art Caplan discusses the pros and cons with a bioethicist and a physician in recovery.