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Forecasting and adapting to the family medicine workforce shortage

The Health Policy Exchange

is actually experiencing a physician shortage that will worsen with population growth, the aging of the baby boomer generation, and an influx of newly insured from the Affordable Care Act. But how has the specialty of family medicine fared, and what else can be done to extend capacity of the existing primary care workforce?

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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

These visits may focus on preventive care, managing chronic conditions, addressing new concerns, or simply creating a baseline of your current health status. What Is a Primary Care Visit? A primary care visit is your chance to build a relationship with a provider who will oversee your general health. Can You Establish Care Virtually?