Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Shortages of primary care (PC) physicians threaten access, quality, and equity in US healthcare. Others (32%, 1697) left PC to train in IM or Peds subspecialties, emergency medicine, or other fields. Conclusions: Family medicine residency training is the most direct preparation for PC.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

However, little information exists on how to successfully implement these tools in the primary care setting. It gathers contextual information on physical, cognitive, mental, and social health, and generates an automated summary report of potential vulnerabilities.

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Annals of Family Medicine

JANUARY 27, 2025

PURPOSE We performed a pragmatic, cluster randomized controlled trial of a comprehensive practice-level, multistage practice transformation intervention aiming to increase behavioral health integration in primary care practices and improve patient outcomes. 95% CI, 0.9 to 6.1), integration methods 4.6 (95% 95% CI, 1.5 95% CI, 0.9

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Pre-consultation questionnaires designed to provide rapid assessments of the physical, social, mental and cognitive health of older adults may support effective primary care management and improved patient outcomes for this population. Study Design and Analysis: Multi-center, 1:1 individually randomized trial design.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: As academic medical centers purposefully integrate telemedicine visits into primary care, efficacy studies are needed to appropriately guide resource allocation and triage processes. Practice settings included general primary care, senior care, concierge care, urgent care, and employer-based care.

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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. There are many factors that impact our physical health- genetics, environmental exposures, economic resources, and behaviors. However, one large factor in physical health that patients often ignore is mental health.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Study design: Qualitative interviews were conducted with older adults (n=19) and health providers (n=17) in 4 family medicine clinics (2 rural and 2 urban) in Quebec, Canada. Objective: This study compared the perspectives of patients and providers using ESOGER, a novel multidimensional assessment tool for older adults.

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Vida Family Medicine

AUGUST 26, 2024

This can be disheartening, leading to a cycle of stricter diets, increased frustration, and worse physical and mental health. For some, these behaviors can spiral into an eating disorder—a serious condition that affects both mental and physical health. But this mindset can lead to dangerous behaviors.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2022

A primary care physician is the first point of contact when people want to receive care. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 50% of doctor office appointments are made with primary doctors. With that said, check out some essential services primary care physicians offer.

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Family Physicians of St. Joseph

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Written by Pat Moody on Moody on the Market When it comes to healthcare, and primary care in particular, it has become increasingly difficult to remain successful as a small, independent practice. Family Physicians of St. That makes them the first true Direct Primary Care practice in the entire region. Joseph, P.C.,

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

While collecting patient-reported experiences and outcomes is increasingly integrated into acute care, the PaRIS-Survey is the first primary care practice-based survey across multiple OECD countries. Setting or Dataset: Canadian primary care practices in 10 provinces.

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Common Sense Family Doctor

MARCH 18, 2025

Smith, a general internist and professor of medicine and psychiatry at Michigan State University, explains why our medical system consistently prioritizes physical over emotional health and presents some ambitious proposals for how to rectify this harmful disparity. This relatively slim volume is divided into three parts.

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BMJ

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Staying psychologically and physically healthy in this environment will be a challenge. It is imperative that we are intentional in how we look after our psychological and physical health. This is not a failure on our part, and we need to ensure we treat ourselves with the same care as we would our patients.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

According to Healthcare IT News, however, less than 68% of Millennials have a primary care physician. Understanding why having a family care doctor is important for all ages and the benefits they provide is crucial.

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Priority Physicians

JANUARY 20, 2025

Should you check in with your primary care physician or skip that step and go to a specialist, assuming your physician will send you there anyway? But if you’re a patient of a direct primary care (DPC) practice , you don’t need to guess about orthopedic pain management. On the drive home, it’s swelling and painful.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Increasing physical activity: Regular exercise helps you slim down and boosts heart health. Rely on Imperial Center Family Medicine for a Complete Blood Pressure Management Plan Controlling high blood pressure often requires both medications and lifestyle changes personalized to your specific health profile and needs.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Increasing physical activity: Regular exercise helps you slim down and boosts heart health. Rely on Imperial Center Family Medicine for a Complete Blood Pressure Management Plan Controlling high blood pressure often requires both medications and lifestyle changes personalized to your specific health profile and needs.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

JUNE 15, 2023

Let's take a look at how you can use your primary care doctor to help identify and overcome your stress. How a Primary Doctor Can Help You A primary doctor is one of the best health professionals to talk about your mental and physical health situations with. Stress also has countless misconceptions.

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Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

JANUARY 24, 2022

If you have any further questions or concerns, please talk with your primary care provider at your next appointment. Dr. Hannah Do MD Family Medicine Physician The post What to know about High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) appeared first on Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 16, 2025

Be sure to hydrate well, especially during physical activity and time spent in warmer weather, when fluid needs spike. Imperial Center Family Medicine ’s healthcare providers want to make sure you know exactly what your blood pressure results reflect on any given day.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 16, 2025

Be sure to hydrate well, especially during physical activity and time spent in warmer weather, when fluid needs spike. Imperial Center Family Medicine ’s healthcare providers want to make sure you know exactly what your blood pressure results reflect on any given day.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 12, 2025

You Don’t Need Blood Pressure Medication If You Exercise And Eat Healthy Making heart-healthy lifestyle changes involving nutrition and physical activity should be the foundation for controlling blood pressure. Imperial Center Family Medicine is here to help support your heart health with personalized blood pressure management guidance.

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Vida Family Medicine

JUNE 26, 2025

At Vida Family Medicine, I’ve helped hundreds of patients improve their blood sugar without extreme dieting or cutting out the foods they love. These changes support both your physical health and your mental well-being, and can often help prevent the need for medication. If you’re looking for guidance, you’re not alone.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: People living in precarious socio-economic conditions are at greater risk of developing mental and physical health disorders, and of having complex healthcare and social needs (hereafter complex needs). Appropriate care for these people calls for integrated care from the healthcare, social services, and community networks.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

METHOD/PARTICIPANTS: A 21-item survey questionnaire was mailed to 489 adult patients ages 18-75 with DM type 2 empaneled to 3 primary care clinics, who had hemoglobin A1c of =/>8% and who gave research authorization. However, 49% worried about the future and possibility of serious complications.

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BMJ

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

NHANES collects data through interviews and physical examination covering two years in the US civilian, non-institutionalized population. Primary care providers play an essential role in motivating patients to change their lifestyles to manage prediabetes.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 5, 2025

Even light physical activity has cardiovascular benefits. Research shows that treating the whole person is important for mental well-being and physical health. Contact us today at 919-873-4437 or online to take control of hypertension through emotional wellness and preventative self-care. Evaluate your schedule and commitments.

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Vida Family Medicine

JUNE 28, 2024

One of the most rewarding parts of being a primary care physician is when I am able to work with a patient to help them find answers to unexplained symptoms they have been dealing with, sometimes for years! Here are my tips to make the most of the system we have, and how to avoid the snake-oil!

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Priority Physicians

JANUARY 27, 2025

Physical Effects of Anxiety Anxiety levels in Indiana are high — 32.9% Tips to Manage Anxiety If anxieties disable your daily life, discuss the situation with your direct primary care doctor. Release Stress Anxiety can be pathologic, resulting from a physical or mental disorder beyond an individual’s control.

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Vida Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

If you are looking for more tips and support for the postpartum period- Dr. Berens' lactation support visits and direct primary care membership is an excellent way to ensure new parents stay healthy and cared for. Gift cards are also available!

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Vida Family Medicine

APRIL 4, 2023

As a primary care physician, I see many patients who struggle with their relationship with food. The patients that I see are often highly motivated to take good care of themselves to prevent or control a chronic disease. If you have struggled with your relationship with food- you are not alone!

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GeriPal

JULY 19, 2024

Lastly, Soo Borson is a self-described primary care leaning geriatric psychiatrist, developer of the Mini-Cog, and co-leads the CDC-funded BOLD Center on Early Detection of Dementia. Alex 00:09 We are delighted to welcome S oo Borson, who is a primary care oriented geriatric psychiatrist. Who do we have with us today?

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Priority Physicians

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

member login CONTACT US About Us Concierge Medicine Services Our Physicians Locations Member Login Contact Us L Trading One Substance for Another: Replacing Alcohol With THC February 4, 2025 Musical icon and recovered addict Sir Elton John recently commented on the legalization of THC, the intoxicating element in cannabis.

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Vida Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

There is a lot of conflicting and inaccurate information out there about nutrition, so in many cases these patients end up following a fad diet or excessively restricting their intake which can actually backfire and worsen their health, both mentally and physically. Visit our website to learn more and become a member! Sound like you.

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Edge Family Medicine

APRIL 10, 2025

At Edge Family Medicine , we believe that one of the most powerful tools in healthcare isn’t technology — it’s trust. Establishing a long-term relationship with a primary care provider can make a profound difference in how effectively your health is managed over time. You’re not just another patient — you’re known.

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PEMBlog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

You just got to take a good history and do a physical examination, especially when the symptoms are typical, like regurgitation, heartburn, or epigastric pain in an older child or adolescent. Again, otherwise the diagnosis is based on history and physical examination. You want to take a good history on feeding or dietary habits.

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Noreta Family Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

What is primary care? Part 2 Here are some frequently asked questions I get as a Primary Care Provider. What is the meaning of Family Medicine? As the name suggests, a family physician can take care of your entire family – from the day of your birth (even before!)

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