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Effect of brief dermoscopy training on primary care providers' diagnostic accuracy on a test and in practice [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Brief dermoscopy training has been shown to improve diagnostic accuracy on image recognition tests, but few, if any, studies have examined its effect on clinician behavior and clinical outcome measures. Conclusions: Brief dermoscopy training can improve primary care providers' skin lesion diagnostic accuracy in clinical practice.

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Experiences of Canadians without a primary care clinician [Survey research or cross-sectional study]

Annals of Family Medicine

Outcome Measures Sociodemographic characteristics of people without a family physician or nurse practitioner (primary care clinician), related healthcare seeking behaviours, importance of primary care attributes, and preferences towards reorganizing primary care. Setting Canada. Population Studied Adults 18 years and over in Canada.

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Addressing the Diabetes Care Burnout Crisis

Physician's Weekly

Many clinics are already overburdened, and as diabetes rates continue to climb, the situation will only become more strained. Diabetes self-management education programs have shown promise, helping patients learn skills to navigate their condition with greater independence.

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Your Guide to Healthcare Careers in New Haven County, CT

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

including in-demand jobs, education options, and career outlooks, can help you find a fulfilling position in the area. Nurse practitioners and physician assistants: These advanced practice providers have advanced education and training, allowing them to perform tasks traditionally done by physicians.

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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

Our board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners develop individualized prevention plans that address your specific health needs and concerns. Our Mesa clinic offers same-week appointments for preventive services, making it convenient for busy families to prioritize their health.

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Healthcare Jobs in Hamden, CT: Opportunities for Every Experience Level

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Entry level roles typically don’t require education beyond a high school diploma or GED. Some options at this experience level throughout PACT include jobs like: Clinical medical assistant: Clinical medical assistants are responsible for tasks like interviewing patients, checking patients’ vital signs, and collecting blood samples.

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Nurse Practitioners Critical in Treating Older Adults as Ranks of Geriatricians Shrink

Physician's Weekly

On a gloomy Friday in January, Johnson, a nurse practitioner who treats older adults, had a hospice consult with Ellen, a patient in her 90s in declining health. ” Nurse practitioners are having those conversations more and more as their patient base trends older. nurse practitioners can practice independently.