Use of written treatment plans for asthma by specialist physicians.

Few studies have addressed use of written treatment plans (WTPs) for asthma by specialist physicians. The purpose of this study is to characterize the attitudes, beliefs, and self-reported practice behaviors regarding asthma WTP use among specialist physicians. Structured interviews were conducted with pulmonologists and allergists who provide direct patient asthma care in two New York City medical centers.

Racial/ethnic differences in screening for colon cancer: report from the New York Cancer Project.

Objective: To determine whether racial/ethnic differences in colon cancer screening are independent of socioeconomic and personal risk factors.

Design: Baseline cross-section for a prospective cohort.

Method: We recruited adults between 2000 and 2002 to undergo a questionnaire and venipuncture to study cancer risks.