The Physicians Foundation

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Systemic Undervaluation: Disinvestment and fee-for-service payments are hindering physicians’ ability to meet growing patient needs In 2022, primary care accounted for less than 5% of total U.S. Fee-for-service reimbursement models reward procedures over comprehensive care, and undervalue the primary care workforce.

Primary Care 52

Primary Care Chronic Disease Primary Care Physician Nurse Practitioner 52

Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 10, 2024

As a general practitioner and primary care researcher, it was always fascinating for me to delve into the scientific literature to investigate this issue. GPs Provide Most Healthcare The following graph shows that by far most patient/doctor contacts are with GPs. They are therefore the foundation of every healthcare system.

Family Physician 130

Family Physician Family Families GP 130

GeriPal

APRIL 21, 2022

We talk not only about reading poetry, but also writing poetry, and using poetry in medical education as a healing modality. To the deeper emotions – of loss and grief, of wonder and transcendence – that are at the heart of the complex care we provide. Advance Care Planning. Wounded Healer poetry sessions .

Patient-Centered 93

Patient-Centered IT Community Illness 93

Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

Preventive care encompasses a wide range of healthcare services designed to maintain wellness, identify risk factors, and detect disease early when treatment is most effective. Each plays a crucial role in a comprehensive approach to healthcare.

Preventive Care 100

Preventive Care Preventative Care Family Physician Screening 100