Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objectives: To explore and measure the outcomes of HTA organizations’ guidelines in family medicine. Setting: Community-based primary health care. Population Studied: Family physicians, general practitioners, and patients. Published literature in English and French was retrieved through searches of seven databases.

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General Practitioner Lab Testing Relationship Family Physician 130

East Cary Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Insights from East Cary Family Physicians In this blog, we’re diving into one of the most prevalent health conditions worldwide: diabetes. Get regular check-ups and screenings to monitor blood sugar levels, especially if there’s a family history of diabetes.

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Diabetes Management Individual Family Physician 52

Common Sense Family Doctor

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Concerns about overdiagnosis of clinically insignificant prostate cancer through prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening motivated the 2018 American Academy of Family Physicians’ (AAFP) recommendation against routine screening for prostate cancer. Explaining the AAFP’s position, Drs.

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Routine Screenings Screening Complication Diagnose 52

East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

As we embark on Glaucoma Awareness Month, East Cary Family Physicians is unwavering in our commitment to highlight the pivotal role of vision health, with a special emphasis on the early detection of glaucoma. Family history: If you have a close relative with glaucoma, you may have an increased risk.

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Primary Care Physician Family Physician Screening Primary Care 40

The Physicians Foundation

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

primary care is posing a grave threat to the wellbeing of communities nationwide. of new physicians entered primary care—or 19.8% State Highlights: Montana provides 65% of its medical training in community-based settings, far surpassing the national average of 16%. In 2022, only 24.4%

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Primary Care Chronic Disease Primary Care Physician Nurse Practitioner 52

Permanente Medicine

MAY 20, 2025

The Southern California Permanente Medical Group is one of the largest medical groups in the nation with more than 8,800 physicians providing care for over 4.8 In addition, Dr. Nguyen co-chairs the SCPMG Virtual Medical Center and brings extensive expertise as a practicing family medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente.

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Patient-Centered Patients Medical IT 52

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In the province of Ontario, a well-established cervical screening program is in place within a universal health care system. Despite this program, and the benefits of early detection on patient health outcomes, screening disparities persist with racialized populations remaining under screened. Jamaica, Trinidad) and Asia (e.g.,

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Screening Community Family Physician Individual 130

Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

However, at Mesa Family Physicians , we believe that preventive healthcare is the cornerstone of long-term wellness for our Mesa, Arizona community. Regular visits to your primary care physician at Mesa Family Physicians provide opportunities for early detection of potential health issues before they become serious problems.

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Family Physician Preventative Care Preventive Care Families 100

Common Sense Family Doctor

MAY 30, 2025

The US Preventive Services Task Force , the American Academy of Family Physicians , and the American College of Chest Physicians recommend annual low-dose computed tomography (CT) screening for adults 50 to 80 years of age who have at least a 20 pack-year smoking history and currently smoke or have smoked within the past 15 years.

Primary Care 59

Primary Care Screening Family Physician Family Medicine 59

Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

Unlike appointments that address specific illnesses or injuries, preventive care visits focus on screening for potential health issues, assessing your overall wellness, and helping you establish healthy habits before problems develop. Evidence-based screening tests based on current medical guidelines, your age, and risk factors.

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Preventative Care Preventive Care Appointment Screening 100

Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 11, 2025

Think vaccinations, annual checkups, screenings for blood pressure or cholesterol, and lifestyle counseling. Preventive care gives you the tools to do just that—whether it’s scheduling that overdue screening or checking in with a new primary care provider. What Is Preventive Care?

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Illness Preventative Care Preventive Care Insurance 100

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As the 2025 legislative session swings into full gear, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has set its sights on a cadre of pivotal bills set to shape the healthcare landscape for years to come. This bill would also require the Alabama Medicaid Agency to cover a colonoscopy based on a positive test result.

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