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Ambulatory Behavioral Health Referral Patterns in the Setting of Chronic Medical Conditions [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Patients with chronic medical conditions (CCs) and behavioral comorbidities have lower quality of life and increased healthcare expenses. Of those patients with a BH referral and a chronic condition, hypertension was the most common (n= 2,053, 51%). 8% (n= 1,146) were ordered for medical condition management.

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Sleep Disorders: Improving Rest For Better Overall Health

Center for Family Medicine

Types of sleep disorders Poor sleep is possible from an underlying illness or disorder. Sleep apnea leads to poor sleep quality and potential health hazards like cardiovascular disease. Consult a doctor, sleep specialist, or therapist for the right diagnosis and treatment.

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Telemedicine vs. In-Person Care: Choosing the Best Option for Your Health

Edge Family Medicine

Edge Family Medicine , serving Upland, Montclair, and Rancho Cucamonga , offers both telemedicine and in-person visits , ensuring you get the right care when you need it. Safety – Reduces exposure to contagious illnesses. Effective Follow-Ups – Great for medication adjustments, test results, and chronic disease management.

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HIV, Aging, and Palliative Care: Peter Selwyn and Meredith Greene

GeriPal

Alex 00:07 We are delighted to welcome Peter Selwyn, who is a family medicine and palliative medicine doctor and chairman of the Department of Family and Social Medicine and director of the Palliative Care Program at Montefiore E instein and author of Surviving the the Personal Journey of an AIDS Doctor.