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Flipping the Script: A Design thinking Approach to Enhancing Interprofessional Collaboration in Primary Care [Research capacity building]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: To enhance interprofessional collaboration among primary care teams within family physician groups (FMGs) and to optimize care resources along clear and simple care trajectories. The first section lists one health condition per page and explains how and when each health professional can be involved, and the referral process.

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Factors associated with patients' experience of access to their primary health care clinic: a multilevel analysis [Health care services, delivery, and financing]

Annals of Family Medicine

Between September 2022 and June 2023, online questionnaires were sent to patients attached to a family physician and to PHC professionals and administrative staff. A total of 122,397 patients and 999 family physicians, 107 nurse practitioners and 411 administrative staff nested into 104 clinics answered the survey.

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Practice patterns of Ontario physicians working in 'boutique' medical clinics [Economic or policy analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

This study offers insight into the practice patterns of boutique clinic primary care physicians, as well as the estimated public costs of this business model in Ontario. Objective: Identify practice patterns of family physicians practicing within boutique clinics in Ontario. Study Design and Analysis.

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3 Tips for Finding a Great Family Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

Here are some essential tips to guide you in locating the best family physician for your needs. Tip 1: Do Research and Obtain Referrals Start your search by asking friends, family, and colleagues for recommendations. Reach out to us at Hitchcock Family Medicine.

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Combating Food Insecurity in Minnesota

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

The Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) adopted a resolution (policy guidance) in 2024 related to addressing food insecurity in Minnesota. Family physicians play a pivotal role in combating food insecurity, serving as trusted advocates for their patients and connecting them to essential food resources.

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Drowning in Paperwork: The Burden of Administrative Responsibilities in Primary Care [Qualitative research]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: For over 25 years, the burden of clinical administrative services has been cited as contributing to the stress and burnout experienced by family physicians. Objective: To describe family physicians’ (FPs) experiences of administrative burden in practice. burnout) and reduced time for direct patient care.

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You Know DPC is working when…

Noreta Family Medicine

At Noreta Family Medicine, we offer hour-long appointments, allowing time to build a meaningful doctor-patient relationship and creating a space where patients can openly express their concerns and receive the attention they deserve. “ patients have easy access to their family doctor. patients feel heard and valued.