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Practice patterns of Ontario physicians working in 'boutique' medical clinics [Economic or policy analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

This study offers insight into the practice patterns of boutique clinic primary care physicians, as well as the estimated public costs of this business model in Ontario. Objective: Identify practice patterns of family physicians practicing within boutique clinics in Ontario. Study Design and Analysis.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? How is it different from general practice? Internal medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults.

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Senate Grills CDC Nominee Susan Monarez on Agency Cuts

Physician's Weekly

Monarez said Kennedy has “laid out a very clear vision,” adding, “I think he has prioritized key public health activities for preventing chronic diseases.” At one point, the acting director was the CDC’s chief of staff — Matthew Buzzelli , a lawyer with no medical training. Kennedy Jr.