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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

The University of California recognized this imperative and has supported the Programs in Medical Education (PRIME). At the University of California Los Angeles, the PRIME Leadership and Advocacy (PRIME-LA) program prepares medical students to be leaders and advocates in clinical care, research, or policymaking for marginalized communities.

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Reflecting on the Success of the AAFP 2024 Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) held its 2024 Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium from June 20 to June 23 at the beautiful Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. She operates Anderson Family Care in Demopolis, Alabama, where she combines her role as a physician with the responsibilities of ownership.

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Community-Based Training and Impact on Care of Disadvantaged Population [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: To examine the association between community-based training and subsequent care of population in the community with high social needs among family physicians Study Design and Analysis: A retrospective cohort study. Results: Among the 15,851 family physicians in this study, 36.1%

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Evaluation of Project ECHO(R) Sessions on Wellbeing and Burnout for Family Medicine Residents [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Burnout among family medicine residents is widespread, impacting the workforce. As part of the BRIDGE program, the AAFP hosted Project ECHO® (ECHO: Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) sessions, focusing on resident wellbeing and burnout prevention. Setting: 4 Project ECHO series with a total of 61 residencies.

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2024 Summer Pinecones E-Newsletter -- MAFP Encourages Student Interest in Family Medicine

Maine Academy of Family Physicians

Doc4aDay : On Friday May 17 th , Vicki Hayes MD ( MAFP member and Faculty, MMC Dept of Medical Education, and Tufts FMIG Medical Advisor ) and Shelly Chipman RN conducted another Doc4aDay program for high school students at the Hannaford Center for Safety, Innovation and Simulation.

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Combating Food Insecurity in Minnesota

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

A Collaborative Approach Between Health Care Providers and Community Partners Food insecurity affects thousands of Minnesotans, often contributing to chronic health conditions and overall poor health outcomes. An excerpt follows: 2024-04. Park Nicollet Health Services combines nutrition education with SNAP referrals.

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Episode 392: Antiracism in Medicine – Episode 27 – Racial and Gender Health Disparities in Youth Suicide: Part 2

The Clinical Problem Solvers

They explore the impact of racism, trauma, and inequities in care, while emphasizing the need for culturally grounded, community-based prevention. Clinically, he cares for youth and families through the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and the new Division of Addiction Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital.