Medscape

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Medscape is a web-based platform that provides medical information, clinical tools, and educational resources to healthcare professionals. It is owned by WebMD, a leading provider of health information services.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Medscape offers a variety of content to its users, including medical news, expert commentary, clinical reference tools, and continuing education resources. The platform is designed to help healthcare professionals stay informed about the latest developments in their field, improve their clinical knowledge, and provide better care to their patients.

Features[edit | edit source]

Medscape provides a range of features to support healthcare professionals in their work. These include:

  • Medical News: Medscape publishes daily news articles on the latest developments in medicine, covering a wide range of specialties. The news section also includes expert commentary and analysis to help users understand the implications of new research and guidelines.
  • Clinical Reference: Medscape's clinical reference library provides comprehensive, up-to-date information on a wide range of medical conditions. Each reference article includes information on diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and more.
  • Continuing Education: Medscape offers a variety of continuing education resources, including online courses, webinars, and live events. These resources are designed to help healthcare professionals keep their knowledge and skills up to date.
  • Clinical Tools: Medscape provides a variety of clinical tools to support healthcare professionals in their work. These include drug reference tools, medical calculators, and patient education materials.

Access[edit | edit source]

Medscape is accessible to healthcare professionals for free, but registration is required. Users can access Medscape through its website or via its mobile app, which is available for both iOS and Android devices.

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