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Development of a Multidisciplinary Clinic for the Treatment of Obesity in a Canadian University Family Medicine Group (U-FMG) [Obesity, exercise and nutrition]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population Studied Patients with obesity enrolled in the Méta-Santé clinic. Setting The North of Lanaudière University Family Medicine Group (U-FMG) Intervention Upon referral from their family doctor, patients attend a group course on nutrition and metabolic health.

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Pilot Testing of the Treatment Burden Screening in Diabetes Tool in Primary Care [Multimorbidity]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Nearly all patients with type 2 diabetes have comorbid chronic conditions, adding complexity to self-management. A tool to more efficiently relay points of patient-perceived treatment burden during a primary care visit may lead to more patient-centered care plans and improved outcomes.

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Visiting a Health Clinic for Women’s Health Screenings

Mesa Family Physician

Whether it’s your first pap smear or you’re wondering if you can have the test while on your period, this guide walks you through the essentials of women’s health checkups, how to prepare, and common questions many patients have. Many patients search online for variations like: Can you have a pap smear while menstruating?

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Artificial Intelligence in Health Care

Integrated Care News by CFHA

That small win reminded me that artificial intelligence is already shaping the way our patients (and our families) search for health advice. Our Patients Are Already Using AI Many people now ask their first health question to a chatbot rather than to a clinician. Below, I share three reasons why. References Menchaca, J.

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Patient experiences navigating US healthcare with long-COVID - Part 3 of 3 [COVID-19]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: For many patients with long-COVID, primary care is the first point of interaction with the healthcare system. However, beyond expressions of disempowerment, the patient’s perspective regarding the quality of long-COVID care is lacking. Patients described two areas of experiences.

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Implementation of Combined PCBH and CCBHC Models: Key Considerations

Integrated Care News by CFHA

On January 7, 2025, SAMHSA announced the award of one-year Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) Demonstration planning grants to 14 states and Washington, D.C., Leverage Technology and Data Implement measurement-based care tools that work across both systems to track patient outcomes and demonstrate effectiveness.

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Multisector Health Equity Coordination in a Midwestern Primary Care Practice, 2022-2023 [Social determinants and vulnerable populations]

Annals of Family Medicine

Multisector coordination is critical for effective screening and referral initiatives. Objective: To assess the function and impact of a new role, a Health Equity Coordinator, on the reach of the social needs screening and referral program. Contact hours included a mix of in-person visits and phone calls.