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Optimizing participation in the OECD PaRIS Project: Lessons learned in Saskatchewan [Survey research or cross-sectional study]

Annals of Family Medicine

Study Design and Analysis: A participatory approach to cross-sectional surveys was facilitated through the building and nurturing of relationships based on trust and transparency with all members of the research team. Descriptive and inferential statistics were undertaken. Setting: Primary care clinics across Saskatchewan.

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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

Whether you’re establishing care with a new physician or attending a new patient visit , understanding the process can help you feel more confident and prepared. This blog covers everything you need to know—from appointment types and coding to telehealth options and what really happens during your time with the provider.

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Visiting a Health Clinic for Women’s Health Screenings

Mesa Family Physician

If your cycle is irregular or the appointment took months to book, your clinic may advise keeping the appointment, depending on your symptoms and flow. Preparing for Your Appointment Knowing what to expect can ease nerves and help your appointment go smoothly. What If It’s Your First Appointment?

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Some Doctors Dropping Health Insurance, Turn to Monthly Payments

Family Physicians of St. Joseph

An office in Saint Joseph switched to that healthcare model a year and a half ago. That’s not the only benefit -- they say this new healthcare model allows for longer appointments and a more personal relationship with their physician. The patients WSBT 22 talked with say it's actually been more cost-effective.

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Proactive Wellness: The Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-ups 

East Cary Family Physicians

Regular health check-ups are a cornerstone of preventive healthcare, allowing us to catch potential health issues early and maintain a better quality of life. Regular health check-ups are proactive visits to your healthcare provider when you are not experiencing any specific symptoms or ailments. What are Regular Health Check-ups?

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What is primary care? Part 1

Noreta Family Medicine

You need to be able to trust your doctor and build a relationship with them. If you call the office to make your first appointment and end up in a phone tree with 9 choices, followed by needing to be transferred to 3 different people, then perhaps that may predict communication problems in the future! Read My Latest News!

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Podcast: AI, innovation, and value-based care in medicine

Permanente Medicine

I’m a family physician by training. I was at an ophthalmology appointment a while back and I was checking in and there was a receptionist, her name was Rosie. Khang Nguyen (02:24): Thank you so much for asking that question. Like most everyone else, I started off really just taking care of patients.