– Kenneth W. Lin, MD
The controversial recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force are reviewed, with dissenting expert comments at the end of the article. 

– Laura Schimberg, BA and Sean Flaherty, Ph.D.
This study assessed the effectiveness of specific clinical protocols to minimize pre-term birth (PTB) and low birth weight (LBW) among higher risk mothers in a network of family medicine teaching programs.

From the Editor’s Desk
Faint Praise, Imperfect Studies, and the Placebo Effect

– Lawrence I. Bonchek, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.C.

 

Imaging Insights
Controversies in Screening Mammography

– Nitin K. Tanna, M.D.

 

Clinical Update
Progress in the Management of Sepsis

–Joseph M. Kontra, M.D.

 

Perspective from Hospital Administration
Lancaster General Health Urgent Care and Express Care

– Susan Wynne and Kent Carr, M.D.

 

Medico-Legal Matters
Are there Property Rights in Human Tissue?

– Laurie T. Baulig, Esq.

 

Top Tips from Family Practice
Two Top Tips in Family Practice

–Alan S. Peterson, M.D.