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Modelling of intersectoral resources for people living with obesity: pilot study of an environmental analysis [Community based participatory research]

Annals of Family Medicine

An environmental scan was conducted between September 2023 and January 2024 using a literature review and semi-structured interviews. Study population: PLO, healthcare professionals and community workers. Setting: Regional County Municipality of Montmagny, semi-rural region (Chaudière-Appalaches), in Quebec, Canada.

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Pain-Related Medication in Adults with Intellectual Disability: a systematic review [Pain management]

Annals of Family Medicine

Search strategy developed for six medical databases (2000-March 2023), key terms of ID, pain, analgesia, medication. Setting or Dataset: All health/community settings. Intervention/Instrument: No intervention; study included if reported any analgesic or non-analgesic medication used to manage pain or treat a painful condition.

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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

Setting or Dataset: A tracking document used to manage the social needs screening and referral system. 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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Differential Adoption of a New Approach to Weight Management in Primary Care [Research methodology and instrument development]

Annals of Family Medicine

It includes modifications to the EpicTM electronic medical record (EMR) for guidance on treatment alternatives, support for provider-patient communication and goal setting, billing and coding support, and a new visit type called a Weight Prioritized Visit (WPV). Study Design and Analysis: Qualitative study.

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Dr. Davidoff: Applying fire response & recovery lessons from Maui to LA

Permanente Medicine

Many Permanente physicians and physician leaders, including Ramin Davidoff, MD, co-CEO of The Permanente Federation, could be found at shelters coordinating the response and providing care or support for people of the affected communities.

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3 Ways AI Can Detect Vital Signs From Your Face

The Medical Futurist

“Traditional vital sign monitoring wearables are often costly and uncomfortable, leading to poor adherence,” said Chibo Tang , managing partner of Gobi Partners, a financial backer of the company. FaceHeart also received FDA approval for the heart rate component in 2023. Is the face the future of vital signs analysis?

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How Locum Tenens Fits Into Modern Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Barton Associates

There’s a lot that goes into running a healthcare facility , from managing patient care to ensuring adequate coverage around the clock. Doing so builds your reputation in the community as a trusted source of excellent care, but relying solely on permanent staff can present challenges in maintaining this standard.