Methods A cross-sectional online survey of 248 community family physicians in Kansas was
conducted from October 2019 to December 2019. An 11-item questionnaire measured the …

Introduction Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are not currently approved or recommended
by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or various medical organizations; yet, they …

Physicians are rated the most trustworthy source of information for smokers and thus play an
increasing role in disseminating information on e-cigarettes to patients. Therefore, it is …

Importance Physicians play a primary role in patient smoking cessation, yet their
communication regarding e-cigarettes is not well understood. Objective To assess physician …

Introduction Smokers are likely asking their physicians about the safety of e-cigarettes and
their potential role as a cessation tool; however, the research literature on this …

Background: The use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) is gaining popularity, so it is
important to evaluate physicians' understanding of e-cigarettes. This study assessed the …

Importance Physicians play a primary role in smoking cessation, and their communication
regarding e-cigarettes needs to be understood. Objective To examine physician-patient …

Background: Recent support has been shown for physicians to recommend e-cigarettes to
patients who are trying to quit smoking. Supporters of this recommendation argue that e …

Purpose: To determine characteristics of smokers discussing e-cigarette use with their
physician and receiving recommendations from their physician to use e-cigarettes for …

Background: Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are battery-powered devices that deliver
aerosolized nicotine. With easy access and over-the-counter availability, many patients …