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The time has come for vascular medicine
Annals of Internal Medicine
|January 15, 1990
Summary
A new internist specialty in vascular medicine is emerging, driven by advances in vascular biology and leading to specialized training programs. These physicians will bridge research and clinical practice for optimal patient care in vascular disorders.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Clinical Research
Background:
- Significant advances in vascular disorder diagnosis and treatment.
- Emergence of specialized internists skilled in vascular medicine.
- Growing clinical application of vascular biology research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the development of specialized vascular medicine programs.
- To emphasize the need for internists trained in vascular medicine.
- To outline the role of these specialists in patient care and research translation.
Main Methods:
- Not explicitly detailed, but implies a review of current trends and program development.
- Focus on multidisciplinary collaboration among various medical specialists.
- Integration of research advances into clinical practice.
Main Results:
- Vascular medicine programs are established or developing nationwide.
- Multidisciplinary collaboration is key to program proliferation.
- Trained internists will advance the field by connecting research and clinical care.
Conclusions:
- Specialized internists in vascular medicine are crucial for addressing complex vascular disorders.
- These physicians will utilize advanced diagnostics and therapeutics for patient benefit.
- They will facilitate the translation of vascular biology research into clinical practice.
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