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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

Internist : Specializes in adult medicine. 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. What does a doctor of internal medicine do?

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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. If so, how do we screen and who do we screen? It can’t be diagnosed and adios. Should it?

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