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Expanding the Universe of Viral Hepatitis Treaters

This article explores the attitudes and practices of primary care physicians in the United States regarding the screening, diagnosis, and treatment of viral hepatitis, specifically focusing on hepatitis B and hepatitis C. It highlights missed opportunities for HBV vaccination and discusses ways to improve access to care, including collaborations between hepatologists and primary care providers and self-referral options for patients. The article also examines the outcomes of treatment provided by primary care providers and discusses steps to prepare for new direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) in the VA healthcare system. Additionally, it addresses the testing practices in state public health labs for viral hepatitis.

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Expanding the Universe of Viral Hepatitis Treaters

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  1. Expanding the Universe of Viral Hepatitis Treaters

  2. Screening High Risk Patients for HBV

  3. Missed Opportunities for HBV Vaccination in the US

  4. Primary Care Physicians’ Attitudes about Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB)

  5. Hepatitis C Testing Practices in 4 Primary Care Clinics

  6. Clinician Perspectives on Diagnosis and Treatment of HCV (1)

  7. Clinician Perspectives on Diagnosis and Treatment of HCV (2)

  8. Health Professionals’ Attitudes about Caring for People with HCV

  9. Improving Access to HCV Care: 3 Nations, 3 Examples

  10. Outcomes of Treatment for HCV Infection by Primary Care Providers

  11. Improving Access to Care by Allowing Self-Referral to HCV Clinics

  12. Collaboration Between Hepatologists and Primary Care Providers in Treating Chronic HCV

  13. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Enhancing Capacity to Treat HCV

  14. Steps to Prepare for New DAAs in the VA

  15. Viral Hepatitis Testing Practices in the State Public Health Labs (SPHL), CY 2008

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