Newnan Family Medicine Associates

JUNE 12, 2025

Long-term illness can cause patients to be irritable and exhausted. Medical conditions such as asthma, hypertension, diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, and liver cirrhosis can require extensive treatment and care to prevent fatal. Life is not always easy for individuals who experience chronic diseases.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

JUNE 12, 2022

It allows clinicians to distill the case into its most relevant features, which facilitates efficient diagnostic schema and illness script selection. By extracting key case details and translating them into generalizable terms, you can more effectively link the case in front of you to your own bank of diagnostic schemas and illness scripts.

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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. Your body is the vessel that carries you through life’s journey.

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Center for Family Medicine

JUNE 27, 2025

The pain can continue beyond a particular injury or illness and is enough to impact daily activities. Most cases are due to an ongoing chronic disease, such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, diabetic neuropathy, or migraines. If the chronic pain stems from an existing medical condition, the doctor may refer the patient to a pain specialist.

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GeriPal

JUNE 8, 2023

Summary Transcript Summary Diabetes is common. When I’m on palliative care consults and attending in our hospice unit we have to counsel patients about deprescribing and de-intensifying diabetes medications. And yet we’re also in a different place in diabetes monitoring and management. Goldilocks zone).

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

MAY 14, 2020

No prior history of atrial fibrillation – just hypertension and diabetes. Had the ED not ordered a chest CT, would I have tested this patient for COVID-19? An essential part of the diagnostic process involves creating a problem representation (PR) and then trying to match that PR to a specific illness script.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

They can help diagnose illnesses, recommend treatments and medications, and guide you on preventive health measures. Supply Ongoing Care for Long-Term Conditions Family care doctors are also well-equipped to provide ongoing medical care for chronic conditions or illnesses that require continual monitoring and treatment.

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The Direct Doctors Difference

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It is a disease just as much as diabetes or asthma. Like other chronic illnesses, there are medications available to help with substance use disorder. If you are struggling with addiction - we welcome you as our patient. Substance use disorder does not discriminate and should not be shamed or shunned.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 6, 2024

In recent years, one of the most intriguing shifts has been the rise of concierge medicine—a model that’s redefining how patients interact with their healthcare providers. A concierge doctor checking the medicine for the patients." The answer lies in their approach to patient care. What is Concierge Medicine? "A

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Vida Family Medicine

JUNE 29, 2023

Most patients who go to see a primary care doctor are concerned about improving their physical health. However, one large factor in physical health that patients often ignore is mental health. Many physical symptoms that lead patients to seek care from a physician are related at least in part to mental health.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 26, 2023

Many health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, and certain cancers, can develop with little to no noticeable symptoms in their initial stages. Building a Strong Doctor-Patient Relationship: Regular health check-ups also play a vital role in establishing a strong doctor-patient relationship.

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GeriPal

JANUARY 23, 2025

Today, we explore four fascinating studies highlighting innovative approaches to reducing medication use and improving patient outcomes. Patients received brochures detailing the risks of gabapentinoids, nonpharmacologic alternatives, and a proposed deprescribing regimen (see here for the brochure ).

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Doctor On Demand

APRIL 16, 2025

This concern is especially serious for people with high blood pressure, diabetes, or who have a history of heart disease. Patients with asthma may need to increase the frequency of their inhaler use or take a short course of oral steroids. Warm liquids can be especially soothing to irritated airways.

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AMMD

MARCH 27, 2025

Leaky gut syndrome is a condition that can set you on the path to chronic illness. 9 Symptoms of Leaky Gut Leaky gut syndrome has been linked to many conditions from hormonal imbalances, joint pain, and autoimmune diseases, to diabetes, anxiety, and eczema. Many patients see their lab results improve. What Is Leaky Gut Syndrome?

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: People with serious mental illness (SMI) are at increased risk of complications and earlier death from comorbid chronic diseases, compared with patients without mental illness.

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GeriPal

MAY 5, 2022

We talk with Nick and Meg about: Why hearing loss is important not just in geriatrics but also for those caring for seriously ill individuals. And he liked some of what I was doing, which was really on diabetes and hearing loss. Or, do we know anything even how common it is, serious illness, palliative care populations?

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Dr. Michael Bazel

APRIL 29, 2025

Why Preventive Care for Men Matters Preventive care isn’t just about treating illness when it arises; it’s about staying one step ahead of it. This proactive approach can dramatically reduce the risk of severe conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, certain cancers, and more.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? Family doctor (GP) : Trained to care for patients of all ages—children, adults, and elderly—often including some women’s health and minor procedures.

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The Health Policy Exchange

MAY 20, 2013

In this month's Georgetown University Health Policy seminar, we discussed two examples, anemia drugs and the diabetes drug rosiglitazone (Avandia) , which were prominently featured in recent articles by Peter Whoriskey in The Washington Post. for three more years, during which thousands of new patients were prescribed the drug.

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GeriPal

JANUARY 18, 2024

We start off the conversation by talking about whether patients with cancer and cancer pain are really that different, and their paper that was just published on January 11 th in JAMA Oncology showing that substance use disorder is not uncommon in individuals with cancer. Transcript Eric: Welcome to the GeriPal podcast. This is Eric Widera.

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Edge Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Healthcare has evolved, and patients now have more choices than ever for medical consultations. Accessibility – Ideal for patients in rural areas or with mobility challenges. Safety – Reduces exposure to contagious illnesses. Mild illnesses such as colds, rashes, or minor infections. Let’s break it down.

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Mesa Family Physician

MAY 8, 2025

These visits help catch illnesses before they become more serious, reduce healthcare costs in the long term, and improve overall quality of life. Many chronic diseases—such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers—can be better managed or even prevented through routine checkups, lifestyle changes, and early detection strategies.

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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. I encourage all my patients to prioritize these visits, even when feeling perfectly healthy.”

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 23, 2025

I witness firsthand the joy of well-child visits, the challenges and resilience of patients struggling to control their diabetes, and the Medicare annual wellness visit, all of which represent the collective effort to safeguard individual and community well-being. The health of our community is a shared responsibility.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

This continuity of care is especially important for managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease—conditions that respond best to consistent monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans. We work with most major insurance plans and offer transparent pricing options for self-pay patients.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 11, 2024

These services go beyond treating illnesses; they aim to keep you healthy in the first place. Your ongoing appointments help foster a strong patient-doctor relationship , making it easier to discuss your concerns and receive personalized care. Non-life-threatening illnesses often demand quick relief options. What is in a clinic?

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GeriPal

JUNE 13, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary I always find cachexia in serious illness puzzling. In today’s podcast, we had the opportunity to learn from a renowned expert in palliative care, Eduardo Bruera, about cachexia and anorexia in serious illness. But the patient would say, well, but it still hurts, though.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Discover the Best Primary Care in Michigan As an experienced doctor who has worked with thousands of patients across Michigan, I can confidently say that finding the right primary care provider is one of the most important decisions you can make for your health. Men’s Health in Michigan’s Primary Care System Doctor checking on his patient.

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GeriPal

JUNE 15, 2023

” And Bing responded, I should ask about how AI can help identify patients who need palliative care and reduce hospitalizations, what are the benefits and challenges of using AI in decision-making, communication, palliative care, and how could AI support the quality of life and dignity of patients for those who are receiving palliative care?

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GeriPal

JANUARY 16, 2025

Summary Transcript CME Summary Many older adults lose decision-making capacity during serious illnesses, and a significant percentage lack family or friends to assist with decisions. And I was asking this patient about if he had filled out an advanced directive. Is the patient in your descriptor? Alex 10:41 No, they don’t.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Patient Reviews: Read reviews from other patients to get a sense of the center's quality of care. Be Patient: Urgent care centers can get busy, so be prepared to wait. Cost and Insurance: Check the center's fees and insurance coverage.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Whether you’re in Detroit , Corunna , Lansing , Royal Oak , or Van Buren , this clinic is offering comprehensive care that puts patient well-being first. From managing chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension to preventive care and health screenings, the clinic is known for providing patient-centered care.

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GeriPal

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

And Bill Andereck is still haunted by the decision he made to have the police break down the door to rescue his patient who attempted suicide in the 1980s, as detailed in this essay in the Cambridge Quarterly of HealthCare Ethics. The patient case. I think the theme is more saving someone’s life and the regret that follows.

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Adventures of a Sick Doctor

MARCH 24, 2020

These are the fears of the medical community, and they relate not just to the likelihood that our hospitals and clinics will soon be flooded with people, but that the staff working in those hospitals will be washed away, trampled over or blasted apart by the illness itself.

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GeriPal

JUNE 19, 2025

Eric 01:04 So we’re going to be talking about transgender health in older adults and those with serious illness. Is that because they have higher rates of chronic conditions like diabetes, coronary disease, tobacco use, things like that, or is there something else that’s going on? And great to meet Jace on here.

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GeriPal

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

I tell this story because these issues don’t typically register as more than a nuisance for clinicians, who frequently don’t understand why their older patient with osteoporosis is not taking a bisphosphonate. But our patients are walking with their feet, and adherence to bisphosphonates for osteoporosis is poor and decreases with time.

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GeriPal

MAY 25, 2023

And, you know, I really leaned in from my perspective as a primary care geriatrician to hearing from what my patients and their family caregivers are asking me for and asking me about, and they’re asking me about how they can prepare. Hillary: I certainly agree lots to think about. And that’s also kind of where I leaned in.

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