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Disaster preparedness, What we have learned from COVID 19 pandemic [COVID-19]

Annals of Family Medicine

COVID-19's impact surpasses previous pandemics, disrupting medical education by delaying clinical rotations and necessitating a rapid transition to telemedicine due to isolation and PPE shortages. We aim to highlight educational gaps for future pandemic preparedness.

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Risk of Acute Rhinosinusitis Progression Based on Duration of Symptoms, Method of Care, and Setting of Care [Acute respiratory infections]

Annals of Family Medicine

Patients with 1 to 9 days of symptoms were included, and patients could have an in person or telemedicine appointment with a clinician. The demographics between those who progressed to ARS and those who got better were generally similar, including age, gender, race, education, employment, and type of health insurance.

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Role of General Practitioners in Acute Case Handling

Physician's Weekly

Investigators concluded that patient fears and uncertainties driving urgent GP visits were varied and understandable and could have been addressed through early educational efforts and telemedicine services.

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Addressing diabetes management in the context of social needs: a qualitative study of primary care providers [Diabetes and endocrine disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population Studied: Purposive sample of care team members (eg, physicians, social workers, diabetes educators, dietitians, community health workers). Facilitators of DM in the context of social needs included on-site programs to address social needs; diabetes educators providing patients with education; and flexibility of telemedicine.

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Shorter stays, better outcomes

Sound Physicians

Finally, caregivers—often family members—play a critical role in educating the care team, flagging barriers to care once out of the hospital, and providing necessary insights into the bigger picture.

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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE): While not doctors, they play a key role in diabetes education and lifestyle support. Endocrinologist: A specialist trained in treating hormonal disorders, including diabetes. Diabetologist: A doctor who specializes in diabetes (sometimes used interchangeably with endocrinologists).

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Finding the right fit: Considerations for a confident clinical career choice

Sound Physicians

Look at the leadership structure, continuing education opportunities, and potential for advancement. What’s the potential for work-life balance? Flexibility, time off, and autonomy is critical for long-term happiness in your role. Will I be able to grow here? Ready, set, GO!

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