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Overtreatment of prostate cancer in the active surveillance era

Common Sense Family Doctor

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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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

They are well-equipped to manage chronic diseases, provide routine screenings, and guide preventive strategies. They are trained not only in diagnosing and treating illness, but also in coordinating care with specialists when necessary. In fact, many internists serve as primary care providers (PCPs) for adults.