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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. 8% (n= 1,146) were ordered for medical condition management. Of those patients with a BH referral and a chronic condition, hypertension was the most common (n= 2,053, 51%).

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

Internal medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults. Internists manage a wide range of conditions, including chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as acute issues such as infections or injuries.

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

Edge Family Medicine

Healthcare has evolved, and patients now have more choices than ever for medical consultations. Effective Follow-Ups – Great for medication adjustments, test results, and chronic disease management. When to Choose Telemedicine Routine follow-ups for chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or asthma.

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Michigan's Best Primary Care: Here’s Why It's a Game Changer for Your Health!

Plum Health

It’s where you turn for regular check-ups, advice on staying healthy, and help with managing any chronic illnesses like diabetes or hypertension. Think of it as the front line of healthcare—the first place you visit when you have a medical concern, whether it’s a persistent cough or a more complex issue like heart disease.

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"Why Everyone Is Talking About This Medical Clinic in Michigan!"

Plum Health

Michigan residents have been buzzing about a primary care clinic that’s setting a new standard for healthcare across the state. From managing chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension to preventive care and health screenings, the clinic is known for providing patient-centered care.

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Caring for the Unrepresented: A Podcast with Joe Dixon, Timothy Farrell, Yael Zweig

GeriPal

These individuals may become unrepresented, meaning they lack the capacity to make a specific medical decision, do not have an advance directive for that decision, and do not have a surrogate to help. We’re going to be talking about the American Geriatric Society position statement on making medical treatment decisions.

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Guidelines or Goals in Heart Failure: A Podcast with Parag Goyal, Nicole Superville, and Matthew Shuster

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary When treating heart failure, how do we distinguish between the expanding list of medications recommended for “Guideline Directed Medical Therapy” (GDMT) and what might be considered runaway polypharmacy? He’s a medical director of H ebrew S enior L ife outpatient clinic at Newbridge.