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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

What information should you bring? 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. Many patients ask: What happens at a new patient appointment in primary care? What does the doctor do first?

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Poverty screening implementation in a Canadian primary care clinic: acceptability and feasibility for patients and providers [Social determinants and vulnerable populations]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context While poverty is a risk factor for many chronic conditions, when it is recognized by care providers social screening can be used to positively impact patients’ health. Population Studied The study collected data from family physicians, nurse practitioners, and adult patients of the clinic.

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Characteristics of Patients with Chronic Conditions Affecting Communication with Family Physicians: A Systematic Review [Health care disparities]

Annals of Family Medicine

None of the existing reviews examine primary care-specific interpersonal communication for patients living with chronic conditions. Objective: To assess the socioeconomic and demographic factors influencing interpersonal communication between family physicians and patients with chronic conditions.

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How to Prepare for Your Preventive Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

The Affordable Care Act requires insurance companies to cover a wide range of preventive services without patient cost-sharing. Dr. James Martínez, family medicine physician at Community Health Partners, explains: “Preventive care represents one of the most powerful tools we have in medicine.