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At Stanford Medicine 25, Bedside Medicine Matters
As a dedicated healthcare provider, you play an important role in patient care. The mastery of bedside examination skills is vital to your practice, yet a frequently neglected aspect of medical training.
At Stanford Medicine 25, we have a simple yet profound belief: the essence of diagnosis and healing lies in the hands-on approach.
We are committed to teaching and enhancing bedside exam skills among students, residents, and healthcare professionals. Our goal is to equip medical professionals like yourself with the expertise needed to excel in patient care.
Mastering the Clinical Exams
From detecting aortic regurgitation to dermatological conditions, these pages share key techniques for a wide range of medical assessments.
"The most important innovation in medicine is the power of the human hand to touch, to comfort, to diagnose, and to bring about treatment.”
Abraham Verghese, MD
Expert Led Guidance
The Stanford Medicine 25 team is a core group of physicians, faculty and students led by renowned physician and author Dr. Abraham Verghese.
Our goal is to empower healthcare providers, especially those in internal medicine, to refine their bedside manner. Whether it's diagnosing skin conditions or assessing neurological function, nothing beats hands-on experience.
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Lung Ultrasound: A Comprehensive Guide
Explore Dr. John Kugler's lung ultrasound guide, essential for diagnosing conditions like pneumothorax, pleural effusions, and pulmonary edema.
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Books On Bedside Medicine: Stanford Medicine 25’s Summer Reading List
We’ve put together a list of reading material for those who are passionate about bedside medicine. We believe they all include a variety of timeless lessons to help you bring better care to patients.
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Mastering Newborn Exams
Discover our collection of instructional videos and guides to help you understand and perform critical newborn assessments with confidence and accuracy.
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Confusion & Unsteady Gait: This Physical Exam Tells You Why
Discover why a 70-year-old man is experiencing confusion, difficulty walking, and urinary incontinence. This physical exam reveals Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) as the cause.