Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Chronic illness is at a record high in society. Lifestyle medicine programs have demonstrated a positive impact in managing these diseases but are poorly implemented and unavailable in rural communities. Qualitative feedback is collected through questionnaires and focus groups. gender, age, race, education, etc.),

Chronic Disease 130

Chronic Disease Community Hypertension Physicals 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Boutique clinics were more likely to see patients for musculoskeletal, dermatologic, and infectious disease illnesses. Comparatively, physicians in general practice were more likely to see patients for mental health, chronic disease, and preventive care.

Clinic 130

Clinic Referral Primary Care Physician Primary Care 130

Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

At Mesa Family Physicians, we believe that understanding why it’s important to take care of your body isn’t just about preventing illness—it’s about creating the foundation for a fulfilling, energetic life. The Connection Between Physical and Mental Health Why should you take care of your body and mental health together?

Mental Health 100

Mental Health IT Family Physician Physicals 100

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Patients with chronic medical conditions (CCs) and behavioral comorbidities have lower quality of life and increased healthcare expenses. 88% (n= 11,483) of BH referrals were created for the management of a mental health condition. 8% (n= 1,146) were ordered for medical condition management.

Referral 130

Referral Chronic Condition Medical Chronic Disease 130

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 13, 2025

Physicians can often literally meet patients where they are and address the broader social determinants of health, such as housing, education, and income, which significantly impact patient well-being and illness prevention. Connect patients with local resources such as food banks, housing assistance, and mental health services.

Chronic Disease Management 52

Chronic Disease Management Community Chronic Disease Education 52

Center for Family Medicine

APRIL 21, 2025

Addressing sleep disorders is essential to long-term health and vitality. 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. Sleep apnea, for instance, is the most common sleep disruptor.

Consulting 52

Consulting Individual Physicals Chronic Disease 52

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 12, 2025

As climate change increases in certain pediatric illnesses like asthma, pediatricians have a role in caring for children, especially in vulnerable communities. Asthma is the most common chronic disease of childhood, affecting millions of people worldwide and nearly 4.7 How are children in vulnerable communities at greater risk?

Asthma 52

Asthma Mental Health Illness Chronic Disease 52