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Training a diverse physician workforce: a survey of alumni of a medical education program focused on underserved populations [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Concerns about declining diversity among medical students have emerged due to the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling against race-based affirmative action in college admissions. Data collection took place between June of 2023 and May of 2024. reported providing clinical care for underserved populations.

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The role of primary care teams in identifying modifiable risk factors for food insecurity in rural dwelling older adults [Screening, prevention, and health promotion]

Annals of Family Medicine

There is a gap in the literature on understanding experiences of food insecurity in rural dwelling older adults and the role primary care providers can play in systematically screening older adults for age related food issues.

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Multisector Health Equity Coordination in a Midwestern Primary Care Practice, 2022-2023 [Social determinants and vulnerable populations]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population Studied: Patients at a large primary care practice in the Mayo Clinic Health System located in Mankato, MN. Outcome Measures: Program reach, descriptive information on the patient population, and HEC effort spent on cases, community engagement, administrative tasks, and presentations.

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3 Ways AI Can Detect Vital Signs From Your Face

The Medical Futurist

A patient’s appearance when they enter a doctor’s office impacts clinical decision-making, such as the risk-benefit ratio of certain procedures and the patient’s prognosis (the course of their medical condition). Despite its promise, FaceAges isn’t yet ready for use in a real-world clinical setting as it requires further testing.

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My Green Doctor Begins Pilot with Weill Cornell Medicine

My Green Doctor

The pilot, currently focused on a select practice within the system, reflects a growing interest in integrating climate-smart operations into everyday clinical care. 8,500 new users joined in 2023. 19 countries have national medical associations that provide MGD resources.

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How Locum Tenens Fits Into Modern Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Barton Associates

In fact, hospitals, clinics, and other facilities are already reeling from a shortage of providers and it’s hurting patients— according to the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) , tens of millions of Americans live in areas with shortages of primary care, dental, and mental health professionals.

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MAFP Launches Interpreter Access Task Force

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

It will connect with other interested parties, including representatives from the interpreter and patient communities, to work on answering the following questions: What are the biggest barriers for patients in accessing interpreters? Resolution 2023-04 : Coverage for live, in-person interpreter services under Minnesota Medical Assistance.