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Pain Management
Utilization of Acupuncture as a Solution for Pain Management
BY SANDRA KAHN, MSOM, BSN, RN, AP, Dipl. AP The proven, time-tested benefits of acupuncture are why it has grown exponentially…
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Certification
Certification in Case Management
BY JOAN SEVY MAJERS, DNP, RN, FACHE, CENP, CCM There has never been a greater need for skilled, knowledgeable healthcare providers.…
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Association News
CMSA Welcomes a New Executive Director
Melanie A. Prince, MSN, BSN, NE-BC, CCM, CMSA President CMSA has embarked upon a longevity-defining journey with Parthenon Management Group…
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Pain Management
Treating Pain From the Polyvagal Perspective
BY DAVID HANSCOM, MD A few years ago, I saw four surgical patients within two weeks who caused a profound change…
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President's Message
Embrace, Anticipate, Innovate, Celebrate
BY MELANIE A. PRINCE, MSN, BSN, NE-BC, CCM I suspect there are many of you experiencing a roller coaster ride of…
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Past President's Corner
The Benefits of Belonging to a Professional Organization When Disaster Strikes
PRESENTED BY CMSA PAST PRESIDENT ANNE LLEWELLYN, MS, BHSA, RN – BC, CCM, CRRN, ON BEHALF OF WENDY JAFFE, RN, MSN, ACM…
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Poem
The Case Manager
BY CAROLYN G DUNBAR, MSN, RN, CASE MANAGER The Job of a case manager To others is sometimes hard to describe…
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Case Management Practice
Professional Diversity in Case Management is More Important than Ever
BY MARYBETH KURLAND, CAE, HUSSEIN M. TAHAN, PhD, RN, FAAN, AND VIVIAN CAMPAGNA, MSN, RN-BC, CCM The demands placed on healthcare professionals, providers…
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Pediatric Case Management
Volunteer Guardian Ad Litems Advocate For Children
BY KATHLEEN SOBCZAK, RN, BS, CRRN, CNLCP, CCM PROVERBS 31:8-9 NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION (NIV): 8 Speak up for those who cannot…
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Pediatric Case Management
Community Placement Options For Medically Complex Pediatric Patients Post-Hospitalization
BY EDNA PREAU-GRIER, M.DIV, BSN, RN, CLCP Medically complex pediatric patients require an interdisciplinary approach to community management and care coordination.…