A centralized registry to provide information to consumers regarding the effectiveness of clinical trials is needed to help patients make informed decisions about treatment.

Genetic research is threatened by lack of samples, and public policy should be developed to encourage public participation.

There are many challenges that need to be overcome before a regulating body can be established to oversee surgical procedures and devices.

Reality television programs that focus on cosmetic surgery show misguided viewers that such procedures are the key to emotional health and well-being.

Physicians who are interested providing care to uninsured patients can consider a number of options to balance his altruistic desires with his personal needs.

Lack of access to health care is causing the US to lag behind in the global economy and needs to be tackled with specific policy solutions.

Patient safety can be improved through the implementation of a physician reporting system, in which medical errors can be reported confidentially.

Informed patients can take an active role in improving the quality of health care.

An interview with David B. Nash about physician report cards and their influence on health care quality improvement.

The best defense against a public health emergency is a healthy population with easily accessible health care.