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A Call for Engagement Outside of the Exam Room

Physician's Weekly

There is robust data regarding the importance of patient connection and engagement in the hospital and clinic setting. This can be done by maintaining a directory of community resources and making referrals during patient visits. Connect patients with local resources such as food banks, housing assistance, and mental health services.

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The Physicians Foundation Announces New Recipient in Leadership Award Program, Recognized for Addressing Drivers of Health

The Physicians Foundation

The clinic offers referrals to specialists, conducts free cancer screenings, provides medication vouchers and engages in extensive public health education efforts. His dedication to this cause should serve as an inspiration to the entire medical community.” In July 2024, The Physicians Foundation also honored E. Mirna Mohanraj, M.D. ,

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Psychological Issues in Palliative Care: Elissa Kozlov and Des Azizoddin

GeriPal

Analyzing the Health and Retirement Study, she found 60% of older adults screened positive for depression in the last year of life (related study here ). We saw that around 60% of people were screening positive for depression in the last month before death. Or is it that I’m just not screening? That’s a lot.