2017
Classifying clinical notes with pain assessment using machine learning
Fodeh SJ, Finch D, Bouayad L, Luther SL, Ling H, Kerns RD, Brandt C. Classifying clinical notes with pain assessment using machine learning. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing 2017, 56: 1285-1292. PMID: 29280092, PMCID: PMC6014866, DOI: 10.1007/s11517-017-1772-1.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPain care qualityPain assessmentClinical notesChronic painMusculoskeletal diagnosesSignificant public health problemCharacteristics of patientsIntensity of painType of painPublic health problemPain sitesPain complaintsPatient reportsPainPatientsHealth problemsCare qualityFiscal year 2011Health recordsMillions of peopleComplete dataClinical applicationDiagnosisDemographic variablesWide spectrum
2006
Persistent pain and uncomfortable sensations in persons with multiple sclerosis
Hadjimichael O, Kerns RD, Rizzo MA, Cutter G, Vollmer T. Persistent pain and uncomfortable sensations in persons with multiple sclerosis. Pain 2006, 127: 35-41. PMID: 16949751, DOI: 10.1016/j.pain.2006.07.015.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSevere painMultiple sclerosisUncomfortable sensationsPersistent painNorth American Research CommitteeMultiple pain sitesLevel of painManagement of painConstancy of painExperience of painPain sitesModerate painPain severityPain intensityEnjoyment of lifeIntense painPatient RegistryMS populationHigh prevalencePainSmall studyHealthcare providersHealthcare systemSclerosisPositive associationThe Prevalence and Age-Related Characteristics of Pain in a Sample of Women Veterans Receiving Primary Care
Haskell SG, Heapy A, Reid MC, Papas RK, Kerns RD. The Prevalence and Age-Related Characteristics of Pain in a Sample of Women Veterans Receiving Primary Care. Journal Of Women's Health 2006, 15: 862-869. PMID: 16999642, DOI: 10.1089/jwh.2006.15.862.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsWomen veteransPain problemsPrimary careHealth clinicsHealth centersHigh prevalenceVA women’s health clinicAnalgesic medication useOngoing pain problemsPrevalence of painMental health visitsAverage pain intensityCharacteristics of painWomen's health clinicWomen's health centersPain intensity levelsPain prevalenceAnalgesic medicationPain sitesPain statusHealth visitsMedication usePain intensityPain treatmentRoutine appointments