Dr. Charles Argoff discusses the management of a 55-year-old woman with multiple sclerosis and peripheral nerve injury who is overusing her opioids.

Being friends with your patient could distort your medical judgment. Ethicist Art Caplan tells us when such friendships are acceptable.

American Psychiatric Association President Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman on how government policies are out of sync with our country's medical needs.

Accepting a small gift from a patient seems perfectly fine, but what if you receive a very costly gift that has the potential to influence the care you give?

A contorting approach to chronic low back pain appears safe and effective.

Dr. Jonathan Kay discusses a recent study that could potentially change the way rheumatoid arthritis is managed.

Dr. Jonathan Kay reviews new data on the efficacy and safety of biosimilar medications in rheumatologic conditions.

Dr. Kay summarizes recent comparative effectiveness trials of biologic therapy for RA.

Some doctors don't want to drain terminally ill patients of any hope for recovery. Others say it's wise to let patients know of their prognosis so that they can make the necessary arrangements.

Eric J. Topol, MD, describes how smartphones and supercomputers will partner to help clinicians with challenging medical diagnoses and treatments.