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An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda

Integrated Care News by CFHA

It offers care where people already are: their doctor’s office, their community mental health clinic, their OB/GYN’s exam room. It provides immediate, non-stigmatized behavioral health support at the point of medical care, often in the same visit.

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Key Benefits of Regularly Seeing Your Primary Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

The foundation of health is preventive care. According to Healthcare IT News, only 67% of people aged 25-35 have a primary care physician. Expert Advice When you visit your primary doctor , receiving a diagnosis isn't the only service they can provide you. We are here for your medical needs at Hitchcock Family Medicine.

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Primary Care Utilization in Native American Communities: Challenges and Opportunities [Health care disparities]

Annals of Family Medicine

The impact of long-standing inadequate access to basic healthcare coupled with generational trauma has contributed to community distrust of western medicine. Greater efforts by the medical care team to facilitate patient access to healthcare were associated with higher rates of primary care service utilization.

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Clinic views on tobacco screening and treatment for racially and ethnically minoritized parents in pediatric primary care [Child and adolescent health]

Annals of Family Medicine

Study Design and Analysis: We conducted 25 semi-structured interviews informed by the Health Equity Implementation Framework. Setting: Primary care clinics in the Minneapolis-St. Interviews were transcribed and then analyzed using a combination of content and thematic analysis.

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Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Vida Family Medicine

When it comes to your health, it is important that you have all the information you need to take the best care of yourself. Your doctor's job is to provide you with recommendations for managing your health based on their expertise, but it is ultimately your decision whether or not you will carry out those recommendations.

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Podcast: AI, innovation, and value-based care in medicine

Permanente Medicine

Contributing to this challenge is the exponential growth of information, an expanding population of older adults, and office visit documentation. ” “Whether you’re the call center agent, the receptionist, [or] the lab tech, you participate and you provide the input into innovation,” said Dr. Nguyen.

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How to Prepare for Your Preventive Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

A preventive care visit serves as one of the most valuable tools for maintaining your long-term health. Understanding how to prepare for this important appointment ensures you receive maximum benefit from your healthcare provider’s expertise.