Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 16, 2025

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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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Nearly all patients with type 2 diabetes have comorbid chronic conditions, adding complexity to self-management. A tool to more efficiently relay points of patient-perceived treatment burden during a primary care visit may lead to more patient-centered care plans and improved outcomes.

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Mesa Family Physician

APRIL 24, 2025

Whether it’s your first pap smear or you’re wondering if you can have the test while on your period, this guide walks you through the essentials of women’s health checkups, how to prepare, and common questions many patients have. Many patients search online for variations like: Can you have a pap smear while menstruating?

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: While hypertension is the most common chronic disease cared for during adult primary care visits, it is challenging to know which hypertensive patients have the highest risk of cardiovascular complications in the future. A total of 269,411 patients were used for model training.

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Joy in Family Medicine Coaching

JANUARY 10, 2025

You Know This - still - it’s a good time to review through the lens of self instead of patient care. Today we go a bit more in depth on movement and exercise. While having a good strategy is important to incorporating more movement and regular exercise - mindset is key! Regular movement helps: - Improve postural autonomic health.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objective: To assess the feasibility of implementing a lifestyle medicine program in a rural Ontario community for patients with chronic diseases. It includes 22 weekly group classes and monthly appointments. Conclusion: CLIP-ON has demonstrated patient and provider interest, and logistical feasibility in this rural setting.

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Edge Family Medicine

JANUARY 9, 2025

As a leading family medical practice in Upland, CA, we champion evidence-based approaches that empower patients to take control of their health. Lifestyle medicine is a patient-centered, evidence-based approach that treats the root causes of chronic diseases. What is Lifestyle Medicine?

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Efforts to understand patient spirituality and implement spiritual history-taking tools have yet to consider the specific needs of refugee populations. For example, many Burmese immigrants and refugees have faced religious persecution, which may affect the process of spiritual history-taking for enhancing patient care.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 25, 2025

Caring for patients with multiple chronic conditions requires identifying those at risk, clear communication, and coordinated care to improve outcomes. Many of these patients are clinically complex and receive care from multiple professionals—which creates unique management hurdles. Have open gaps in care or medications not filled.

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Concierge Choice Physicians

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Margaret Greenough, a family medicine specialist in San Luis Obispo, CA, has opened a new medical practice offering patients the Concierge Choice FullFlex™ program. Most importantly, Concierge Choice programs offer patients peace of mind. It’s a wonderful way to practice medicine.”

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Permanente Medicine

MAY 22, 2025

May 22, 2025 — The Permanente Federation has appointed Letitia Bridges, MD, MBA , to the National Permanente Leadership Team as executive vice president and chief quality officer and co-chair of the Kaiser Permanente National Quality Committee. We are dedicated to the mission of improving the health of our patients and communities.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

An Ad Hoc Overdose Response program was created taking a Peer Support Specialist (a recovered addict) to 911 overdose calls to bring the lived experience of the Peer Support Specialist to the scene of calls and post event issues at local hospitals and after the calls if no contact was made with the patient. Through a funded grant.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 17, 2025

Just like in the case of other medical specialties , disruptive innovations will have a huge impact on how dentistry will be practiced and how patients will take care of themselves in the future. For patients, it promises more accurate care and better outcomes. How about having a teledentist consultation?

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The Health Policy Exchange

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

Mobile health, or "mHealth" for short, describes technology that allows clinicians or public health professionals to monitor and/or deliver health-related messages to patients via cellular phones, tablets, or other wireless devices. electrocardiogram) and would pose safety risks to patients if they malfunctioned.

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CDOCS

MAY 13, 2019

<p>I've posted about this before, how CEREC can help you complete an RCT, b/u, APC in one appointment, often in under 2 hrs.& & I capture the buccal bite at this stage as the patient has not lost proprioception in the area.</li> & & </p> <p>Pre-op radiograph.&

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Edge Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

At Edge Family Medicine , we specialize in identifying and treating nutrient deficiency signs for patients in Upland, Montclair, and Rancho Cucamonga. Book an appointment to receive expert guidance. Schedule an appointment today! Common Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms 1. Brittle Nails and Hair Loss Are your nails breaking easily?

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A Country Doctor Writes

MAY 18, 2025

This was in part because we shared patients and patient experiences between our departments and had a bidirectional way of making warm handoffs. If a primary care patient was going through a difficult time with their social life or mental health, we would walk them down the hall to meet a therapist right then and there.

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A Country Doctor Writes

APRIL 3, 2025

Patients have been seen on time, my office notes have been completed in real time and my superbills have been submitted before each patient reached the check-out station. Every day I walk the fine line between well oiled efficiency and letting patients take the time they need to tell their stories. Things were really humming.

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Concierge Choice Physicians

JANUARY 21, 2025

Patients can choose a more personalized approach to managing their cardiology care ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY – January 21, 2025 – Concierge Choice Physicians (CCP), the nation’s leading full- service concierge medical service provider, today announced that Thomas P. The patient decides what’s right for them.

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Concierge Choice Physicians

JANUARY 28, 2025

The CCP Hybrid Choice program is unique in that it offers patients the choice to join, or to remain in the traditional practice, as before. The CCP Hybrid Choice program is unique in that it offers patients the choice to join, or to remain in the traditional practice, as before. The patient decides what’s right for them.

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Joy in Family Medicine Coaching

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Sometimes, one category takes priority over another, such as outreach to build your patient panel (connection) likely takes place after you have signed a contract (logistics). This system requires you to keep your appointment ( promise ) to yourself. Such as, before applying for an MBA, you must research programs.

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Joy in Family Medicine Coaching

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Take some time to brainstorm: Which thoughts and beliefs will you focus on to drive the emotions that propel you into action - Keep your appointments with yourself Work through your plan step by step Stay committed to your timeline. How are you feeling as you look at your plan on the calendar? Try it out. Start by getting started.

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Annals of Family Medicine

MAY 27, 2025

PURPOSE Increased workload associated with electronic visits (eVisits) in primary care could potentially be decreased by the use of artificial intelligence (AI); however, it is unknown whether this use of AI would be acceptable to staff and patients. We analyzed verbatim transcripts using thematic analysis.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

Our Mesa clinic offers same-week appointments for preventive services, making it convenient for busy families to prioritize their health. Regular preventive care helps our Mesa patients address these regional health concerns proactively, leading to better outcomes and reduced healthcare costs for our community.

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Logansport Memorial Hospital

MARCH 24, 2025

Healing doesn’t always follow a straight path—and for patients facing chronic or non-healing wounds, the journey can be long, emotional, and uncertain. At Logansport Memorial Hospital, our Wound Care team is committed to walking alongside patients during every stage of that journey, offering advanced treatment options with a personal touch.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 10, 2025

In a healthcare context , an AI agent could run through prescriptions, identify any adverse effects based on the patient’s history, make adequate changes and order the appropriate drugs. Recently, among leadership circles , the following quote has been making rounds : “We are the last generation of leaders who will only lead people.

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Edge Family Medicine

MARCH 12, 2025

While it requires commitment (shots are administered over several years ), many patients experience long-term relief. Schedule an Appointment Final Thoughts Seasonal allergies don’t have to take over your life. Turmeric and ginger – Have anti-inflammatory benefits that may ease symptoms.

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Vida Family Medicine

JUNE 28, 2024

One of the most rewarding parts of being a primary care physician is when I am able to work with a patient to help them find answers to unexplained symptoms they have been dealing with, sometimes for years! As a result, doctors often end up referring the patient somewhere else if they do not immediately know the answer.

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Mesa Family Physician

APRIL 11, 2025

Whether it’s your first visit in a while or just another routine appointment, here’s a guide to the essential topics you should discuss with your doctor — and why they matter. Many patients come in with numbers like 104/68 , 126/86 , or 108/62 , but aren’t sure what those figures mean or if they’re in a healthy range.

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Logansport Memorial Hospital

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

As a patient, you want to know you’re being cared for with the utmost attention and compassion. The next morning, I called to schedule my appointment. The Patient Access Specialist was super friendly and extremely helpful. The post Patient Testimonial – Austin Ault appeared first on Logansport Memorial Hospital.

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Vascular Physician

JUNE 26, 2022

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): This method of imaging can be used in patients for whom ultrasound is infeasible. Can DVT go away on its own? Being diagnosed with a blood clot can be a scary experience. Here's what you should know before scheduling your consultation at the Vascular Institute of the Rockies. What is DVT?

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Noreta Family Medicine

MARCH 26, 2025

I’ve written blogs that discuss my perspective on why Direct Primary Care (DPC) is helpful to both patients and physicians in Columbia, SC (and beyond!). patients feel heard and valued. patients feel supported, both in our office and between visits. patients feel supported, both in our office and between visits.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 19, 2023

Telemedicine may be just as effective as in-person visits when it comes to shared decision-making and communication for patients undergoing a first-time surgery consultation, according to a study published as an "article in press" in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons and presented at the Southern Surgical Association 134th Annual Meeting (..)

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 6, 2024

In recent years, one of the most intriguing shifts has been the rise of concierge medicine—a model that’s redefining how patients interact with their healthcare providers. A concierge doctor checking the medicine for the patients." A rushed fifteen-minute appointment simply wasn’t enough for someone with complex needs.

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CDOCS

AUGUST 19, 2021

Axeos delivers clinical confidence, smart connectivity, and an exceptional experience for you, your staff, and your patients.& Axeos^TM can create a full patient profile with just one scan. No wonder it&rsquo;s loved by both patients and clinicians everywhere!</span></p>

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Dr. Zaar

JUNE 1, 2025

Check Experience With Type 2 Diabetes Patients Not all endocrinologists or general practitioners have extensive experience with Type 2 diabetes. Ask: How many Type 2 diabetes patients do they treat each month? Are they patient and open to your questions? Firsthand referrals often lead to trusted and patient-focused providers.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MARCH 28, 2025

Research shows that board-certified doctors make fewer errors and provide better care to their patients. Others choose to focus their practice on specific conditions or types of patients. To choose the right hormone doctor for your needs, look for a doctor who specializes in treating patients like you.

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