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2000 American Family Physician

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January

January 1

Diagnostic Evaluation of Erectile Dysfunction
Anticipatory Guidance in Infant Oral Health: Rationale and Recommendations
Contemporary Management of Angina: Part II. Medical Management of Chronic Stable Angina
The Older Adult Driver
Osteochondritis Dissecans: A Diagnosis Not to Miss
1999 USPHS/IDSA Guidelines for the Prevention of Opportunistic Infections in Persons Infected with HIV: Part I. Prevention of Exposure
Newer Intranasal Migraine Medications

January 15

Topical Therapy for Acne
Urinary Catheter Management
Update on the Prevention and Treatment of Sexually Transmitted Diseasess
Perianal Streptococcal Dermatitis
When to Operate in Carotid Artery Disease
Knee Braces: Current Evidence and Clinical Recommendations for Their Use
Smell and Taste Disorders: A Primary Care Approach
1999 USPHS/IDSA Guidelines for the Prevention of Opportunistic Infections in Persons Infected with HIV: Part II. Prevention of the First Episode of Disease

February

February 1

Dietary Therapy for Children with Hypercholesterolemia
Evaluation of Overuse Elbow Injuries
Recognizing an Index Case of Tuberous Sclerosis
Urinary Tract Infections During Pregnancy
Treatment of Psoriasis: An Algorithm-Based Approach for Primary Care Physicians
Pathologic Gambling
Managing Pain in the Dying Patient
1999 USPHS/IDSA Guidelines for the Prevention of Opportunistic Infections in Persons Infected with HIV: Part III. Prevention of Disease Recurrence

February 15

Evaluation of the Acutely Limping Child
A Primary Care Approach to the Patient with Claudication
Meckel's Diverticulum
Thyroiditis: Differential Diagnosis and Management
Identification and Evaluation of Mental Retardation
Somatizing Patients: Part I. Practical Diagnosis
Ectopic Pregnancy
The Geriatric Patient: A Systematic Approach to Maintaining Health

March

March 1

Essentials of the Diagnosis of Heart Failure
Treatment of Nonmalignant Chronic Pain
Approach to Vaso-occlussive Crisis in Adults with Sickle Cell Disease
Cervical Cancer
Using Tissue Adhesive for Wound Repair: A Practical Guide to Dermabond
Managing Menopause
A 'Stages of Change' Approach to Helping Patients Change Behavior
Somatizing Patients: Part II. Practical Management
Appropriate Use of Psychotropic Drugs in Nursing Homes

March 15

Management of Gallstones and Their Complications
Acute and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder After Spontaneous Abortion
Treatment of Common Cutaneous Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
Alcoholism in the Elderly
Management of Bacterial Endocarditis
Clinically Significant Drug Interactions
Update on Colorectal Cancer
Diagnosis and Management of Acute Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis: Current Concepts in Diagnosis and Management

April

April 1

Nightmares and Disorders of Dreaming
Acute Otitis Media: Part 1. Improving Diagnostic Accuracy
Management of Giant Cell Arteritis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Acute Renal Failure
Promoting and Supporting Breast-Feeding
Hip Pain in Athletes
Addiction: Part I. Benzodiazepines-Side Effects, Abuse Risk and Alternatives
Drug Therapy for Obesity
Recognition of Common Childhood Malignancies
Falls in the Elderly

April 15

The Evaluation of Common Breast Problems
Acute Knee Effusions: A Systematic Approach to Diagnosis
Addiction: Part II. Identification and Management of the Drug-Seeking Patient
Acute Otitis Media: Part II. Treatment in an Era of Increasing Antibiotic Resistance
Developing and Communicating a Long-Term Treatment Plan for Asthma
Management of Herpes Zoster (Shingles) and Postherpetic Neuralgia
Evaluation and Treatment of Swallowing Impairments

May

May 1

Identification and Management of Tuberculosis
The Preparticipation Athletic Evaluation
Treatment of Seborrheic Dermatitis
Practical Use of the Pessary
Bisphosphonates: Safety and Efficacy in the Treatment and Prevention of Osteoporosis
New Classification and Update on the Quinolone Antibiotics
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
An Approach to Drug Abuse, Intoxication and Withdrawal
Medical Surveillance in Work-Site Safety and Health Programs
Bilious Vomiting in the Newborn: Rapid Diagnosis of Intestinal Obstruction

May 15

Treatment of Prostatitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Update for Primary Care
Combination Antihypertensive Drugs: Recommendations for Use
Evaluation of Physical Abuse in Children
Evaluation of Pregnant Women Exposed to Respiratory Viruses
The Painful Shoulder: Part I. Clinical Evaluation
Diagnosis and Treatment of Atrophic Vaginitis

June

June 1

The Painful Shoulder: Part II. Acute and Chronic Disorders
Treatment of Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
Lichen Planus
Pediatric Emergency Preparedness in the Office
Current Management of Mitral Valve Prolapse
The Female Athlete Triad
Choosing Drug Therapy for Patients with Hyperlipidemia

June 15

Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Successful Management of the Obese Patient
Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia in the Elderly
Evaluating Dysphagia
Health Issues in Men: Part I. Common Genitourinary Disorders
Cyclooxygenase-2 Enzyme Inhibitors: Place in Therapy

July

July 1

Interventional Radiology in Cancer Patients
Restless Legs Syndrome: Detection and Management in Primary Care
Health Issues in Men: Part II. Common Psychosocial Disorders
Female Sexual Dysfunction: Evaluation and Treatment
Management of Benign Aphthous Ulcers
Diagnosis and Managment of Acute Pancreatitis

July 15

Early Detection and Treatment of Skin Cancer
Preoperative Evaluation
Postobstructive Pulmonary Edema
Update on Digoxin Therapy in Congestive Heart Failure
Medical Management of Obesity

August

August 1

Lightening the Lead Load in Children
Intra-articular Hyaluronic Acid Injections for Knee Osteoarthritis
Assessing Nicotine Dependence
Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Screening
Appropriate Prescribing of Oral Beta-Lactam Antibiotics

August 15

Cardiovascular Screening of Student Athletes
Depression and Sexual Desire
Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Temporal Arteritis
Evaluating the Febrile Patient with a Rash
Down Syndrome: Prenatal Risk Assessment and Diagnosis

September

September 1

Sickle Cell Disease in Childhood: Part I. Laboratory Diagnosis, Pathophysiology and Health Maintenance
Primary Care Treatment of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Alternative Therapies: Part 1. Depresssion, Diabetes, Obesity
Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: A Common Cause of Spinal Cord Dysfunction in Older Persons
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: It's Not Just Infertility
Diagnosis of Vaginitis
A Practical Approach to Uncomplicated Seizures in Children
Cushing's Disease: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Evaluation

September 15

Sickle Cell Disease in Childhood: Part II. Diagnosis and Treatment of Major Complications and Recent Advances in Treatment
Assisted Vaginal Delivery Using the Vacuum Extractor
Alternative Therapies: Part II. Congestive Heart Failure and Hypercholesterolemia
Proteinuria in Adults: A Diagnostic Approach
Management of Bipolar Disorder
Update on Vitamin Supplements for the Prevention of Coronary Disease and Stroke

October

October 1

Withholding and Withdrawing Life-Sustaining Treatment
Anemia in the Elderly
Treating Fibromyalgia
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
A Family Physicians' Guide to Monitoring Methotrexate

October 15

The AAP Practice Parameter on Urinary Tract Infections in Febrile Infants and Young Children
Use of Systemic Agents in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Using Progestins in Clinical Practice
Optimizing Beta-Blocker Use After Myocardial Infarction
Topical Fluoroquinolones for Eye and Ear

November

November 1

Ambulatory Management of Burns
The Undescended Testicle: Diagnosis and Management
Leukocytosis: Basics of Clinical Assessment
Acute Brachial Plexus Neuritis: An Uncommon Cause of Shoulder Pain
Adult ADHD: Evaluation and Treatment in Family Medicine

November 15

Normocytic Anemia
Beta Blocker Therapy for Chronic Heart Failure
Prevention and Early Detection of Malignant Melanoma
Emergency Postcoital Contraception
Depression in Children and Adolescents

December

December 1

Urinary Incontinence in Women: Evaluation and Management
The Importance of Beta Blockers in the Treatment of Heart Failure
Updated Treatment for Influenza A and B
Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB): A Newer Drug of Abuse
Myxedema Coma: Diagnosis and Treatment

December 15

A Practical Guide to Caring for Caregivers
Paraphimosis: Current Treatment Options
Attenuating Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Mass Psychogenic Illness: Role of the Individual Physician